Texas Pepper Jelly Rib Candy Apple Cherry Glaze 17 oz — Sweet, Syrupy Finish for Ribs & Grilled Meats

Rib Candy - Apple Cherry (Sweet) is a 17 oz bottle of glossy, apple-forward glaze designed to sweeten and finish grilled or roasted meats with a bright, fruity note.

This sweet apple-cherry sauce from Texas Pepper Jelly combines juicy apple flavor with a hint of cherry to create a versatile glaze and finishing sauce for ribs, chicken, pork and roasted vegetables. Bottled at 17 ounces (476 g), Rib Candy has a syrupy texture that forms an attractive sheen when heated, making it ideal for glazing, brushing, or drizzling at the end of cooking. It’s crafted to enhance presentation and flavor without overpowering your main ingredients, and its approachable sweetness makes it a family-friendly choice for backyard barbecues and weeknight dinners alike.

How should I use Rib Candy - Apple Cherry on ribs and grilled meats?

Use this sauce as a finishing glaze during the final 10–15 minutes of cooking so it caramelizes and gives a sticky, shiny coating. Apply several thin layers with a brush, allowing each coat to set briefly under heat for the best texture and color. It also works as a baste earlier in cooking if you want a deeper, more integrated sweetness.

• Brush on ribs in the last 10–15 minutes of grilling or smoking.
• Glaze roasted pork or chicken during the final oven stage for caramelized shine.
• Use as a light baste midway through grilling for richer flavor infusion.

Can I use this apple-cherry Rib Candy in recipes beyond meat?

Absolutely — its sweet, fruity profile pairs well with savory and sweet dishes alike. Drizzle over roasted vegetables, mix into a warm pan sauce, or stir into baked beans for added depth. It can even be used as a finishing syrup for pancakes, desserts, or cheese boards where a fruity glaze is desired.

• Stir into baked beans or roasted root vegetables for a sweet lift.
• Lightly brush on grilled fruit or desserts as a glossy finishing syrup.
• Combine with mustard or vinegar to create a quick, fruity vinaigrette or dipping sauce.

What flavors and texture should I expect from the Apple Cherry variety?

Rib Candy - Apple Cherry emphasizes a crisp apple sweetness brightened by subtle cherry notes, producing a rounded, fruit-forward taste. The texture is syrup-like and viscous, designed to cling to meat surfaces and create a lacquered finish once heated. It’s intentionally sweeter than savory sauces, making it an easy crowd-pleaser for people who prefer milder heat and pronounced fruit flavors.

• Dominant apple sweetness balanced with gentle cherry undertones.
• Syrupy, glossy texture for attractive presentation and cling.
• Low heat profile; geared toward sweet, family-friendly flavor.

How do I store and serve this sauce for best results?

Store the sealed bottle in a cool, dry pantry away from direct sunlight. After opening, refrigeration will help maintain peak flavor and extend freshness. For serving, warm gently in a saucepan to loosen the glaze and enhance shine before brushing or drizzling over hot food.

• Keep unopened at room temperature in a pantry.
• Refrigerate after opening to preserve quality.
• Warm gently before use to improve viscosity and shine.

Who is this for? Rib Candy - Apple Cherry (Sweet) is aimed at home cooks, backyard grillers and families who enjoy a bold, sweet fruit glaze that’s easy to use. If you want a sauce that brightens ribs, enhances poultry and pork, or doubles as a versatile finishing syrup for vegetables and desserts, this 17 oz bottle from Texas Pepper Jelly is crafted to deliver consistent, crowd-pleasing results without complicated prep.

Ingredients

Sugar, Apple Juice, Pear Juice, Grape Juice and Cherry Juice all from concentrate, Ascorbic Acid, Natural Flavors,Citric Acid., Vinegar, Pectin, Red Food Coloring (water, Propylene Glycol, FD&C reds 40 and 3, and 0.1% Propylparaben (Preservative)).