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Pepper Jelly Cream Cheese

Pepper Jelly Cream Cheese Magic: Two Irresistible Appetizers

Enjoy the delightful combination of creamy and spicy with Pepper Jelly Cream Cheese as a dip or in phyllo bites, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dip
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Choose full-fat for rich flavor, softened for easy spreading.
  • 1/2 to 1 cup Red Pepper Jelly Sweet and spicy; experiment with fruit-infused varieties.
  • Serving Crackers or Veggie Sticks Variety to cater to different tastes.
For the Phyllo Bites
  • 12 mini shells Mini Phyllo Shells Crispy, buttery treats; use cucumber rounds for gluten-free.
  • Fresh Thyme Leaves or Chopped Green Onion Optional garnish for freshness.

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Spatula
  • small spoon or piping bag

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Allow 8 ounces of cream cheese to soften at room temperature for about 30 minutes. Spread evenly across the platter.
  2. Scoop red pepper jelly to drizzle over the cream cheese. Aim for approximately 1/2 to 1 cup depending on preference.
  3. Arrange an assortment of crackers and vegetable sticks around the platter for dipping.
Baking Phyllo Bites
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C), and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Fill mini phyllo shells with approximately 1 teaspoon of softened cream cheese using a spoon or piping bag.
  3. Top each filled shell with about 1/2 teaspoon of red pepper jelly.
  4. Bake for 5–7 minutes until golden brown and crisp.
  5. Garnish with fresh thyme or green onions before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Make sure to soften the cream cheese completely for a smooth texture. Fill phyllo shells just before baking to maintain crispness. Both dip and bites can be prepped ahead for convenience.

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