Kiwi and jalapeño salsa is a fruity appetizer or side with a delicious Mexican-style flavor (and kick!) It’s healthy, too, and quick to make. So if you’re looking for something quick to whip up that’s beyond your basic salsa — give this one a go. …
Fruity sweet, crisp, and spicy – spicy apple chips are a real healthy treat, especially if you’re the “on the go” type. Put a handful into a Ziploc bag and go! They are perfect for lunches and afternoon snacks. The recipe mixes cinnamon and cayenne …
Unbelievably simple and with flavors you just can’t get enough of, this cheese and jalapeño muffin tray bake is exactly like its individual muffin counterparts, but with more bang! This is a perfect comfort food side. Fiery and cheesy just can’t be beat. As to …
Now this is truly a spicy pumpkin bread. It’s not just deliciously spiced with the warm flavor of pumpkin pie spice – it has real pepper heat that simmers alongside. All it takes is half a teaspoon of cayenne powder to bring a little edge …
You’ll gobble this green! A cross between guacamole and hummus, spicy avocado hummus (a.k.a. guacamole hummus) is a killer dipper. Jalapeño peppers are the driving spice source, with a little chipotle powder thrown in to provide a smoky undertone and extra kick. If you don’t …
Here’s a quick and easy spicy red pepper jam recipe from our community member WMB that’s totally flexible on the spiciness. The recipe as it stands calls for three sweet peppers and four red chili peppers – dealer’s choice on the latter. You can opt …
Our spicy cinder toffee recipe is a sugary treat with crunch and chew, with (as the recipe stands) just a hint of spiciness from cayenne pepper powder and a touch of warmth from cinnamon. This is a delicious holiday treat. It’s great for parties and …
Party time and a good dip go hand in hand. And, if you’re like us, a spicy dip is always the best, especially when paired with cheese. This spicy beer cheese dip checks those boxes and more, with that malty beer twist added to the …
Pumpkin season means pumpkins are…well in everything. Soups, drinks, desserts, and yes…sauces. They are particularly good with Mexican sauces like mole. And it makes sense. Mole sauce is already deliciously earthy and sweet, making pumpkin, a vegetable native to Mexico, a perfect addition to the mix. …
When jalapeño hummus isn’t enough, get ready for the habanero hammer. Habanero hummus may look unassuming, but don’t be fooled. It’s very hot. Habaneros are at least ten times hotter than jalapeños and, at minimum, twice the heat of cayenne peppers. If you opt for fresh habs instead …
Free printable
Get the free PepperScale Scoville Heat Chart
25 chilies ranked from sweet to scorching — free and printable. Join the newsletter and we’ll send it to your inbox.
Subscribers get 15% off any PepperScale ebook — code in welcome email.
No spam — just Wicked Wednesday recipes and occasional extra dashes of chili pepper inspiration. Unsubscribe anytime.