Description
A simple, crowd-pleasing appetizer featuring creamy cheese topped with sweet-spicy pepper jelly, served as a dip or bite-sized cracker toppings.
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened (block or whipped)
- 1/2 cup red or green pepper jelly
- Crackers or toasted baguette slices, for serving
- Optional: 1/4 cup chopped pecans
- Optional: Fresh herbs (parsley or chives) for garnish
Instructions
- Place the cream cheese on a serving plate or spread it into a small dish.
- Warm the pepper jelly slightly in the microwave for 10–15 seconds to make it easier to pour.
- Spoon the jelly over the cream cheese, spreading it evenly.
- Garnish with chopped pecans or herbs if desired.
- Serve with crackers or baguette slices as a dip, or spread onto crackers to make mini appetizer bites.
Notes
- Use whipped cream cheese for an even easier dip consistency.
- Try hot pepper jelly for extra heat.
- This recipe can be made ahead—just add the jelly right before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American