Description
Spicy pepper jelly brings zesty Southern charm to your table with its sweet-hot balance. Crimson-hued preserves shine alongside crackers, cheese, and countless appetizers, promising delightful flavor explosions you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 7 ounces (198 grams) pepper jelly
- 4 ounces (113 grams) sharp cheddar, shredded
Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon onion flakes
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius), ensuring the rack is positioned in the middle for even heating.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine room temperature cream cheese, finely shredded cheddar cheese, granulated garlic powder, dried onion flakes, and kosher salt, blending thoroughly until ingredients are well incorporated.
- Transfer the creamy cheese mixture into a ceramic or glass oven-safe dish, spreading it evenly with a spatula to create a smooth surface.
- Place the prepared dish into the preheated oven and bake for approximately 12-15 minutes, watching for the edges to become golden and the cheese to melt completely and develop a bubbly texture.
- While the cheese dip is baking, prepare the pepper jelly by placing it in a microwave-safe container and heating in 20-30 second intervals, stirring between each interval to ensure smooth and even melting.
- Once the cheese dip is hot and bubbling, carefully remove it from the oven using oven mitts and immediately drizzle the melted pepper jelly over the surface, using a spoon or spatula to distribute it evenly across the top.
- Allow the dip to cool for 2-3 minutes before serving to prevent burning and to let the flavors meld together.
Notes
- Elevate your appetizer game with this irresistible pepper jelly cheese dip that combines creamy, tangy, and sweet flavors.
- Microwave tip ensures the pepper jelly melts smoothly without burning, creating a glossy, spreadable topping.
- Choose full-fat cream cheese and sharp cheddar for maximum richness and depth of flavor.
- Garlic powder and onion flakes add subtle background notes that complement the sweet-spicy pepper jelly.
- Serve immediately while warm for the best texture and most impressive presentation, perfect for game day or casual gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 580 kcal
- Sugar: 40g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 44g
- Saturated Fat: 25g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 100mg