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Pepper Jelly Cheese Dip

Irresistibly Creamy Pepper Jelly Cheese Dip for Any Party

This Pepper Jelly Cheese Dip is a crowd-pleasing appetizer blending sweet and spicy flavors in a creamy, delightful dip.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizers
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cheese Base
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese softened
  • 1 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese substitute with favorite melty cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder or fresh minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Flakes or fresh onion
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt adjust based on cheese
For the Sweet and Spicy Layer
  • 1/2 cup Pepper Jelly or fruit jelly with crushed red pepper flakes

Equipment

  • oven
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • Microwave-safe Container
  • hand mixer

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Pepper Jelly Cheese Dip
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather your ingredients to streamline the process.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, sharp cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion flakes, and salt. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  3. Transfer the cheese mixture into an oven-safe dish, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  4. Bake for about 15 minutes until bubbling and slightly golden on top.
  5. While the dip is baking, melt the pepper jelly in a microwave-safe container in 30-second intervals until smooth.
  6. Remove the baked dip from the oven and pour the melted pepper jelly evenly over the top.
  7. Serve warm with crunchy crackers, chips, or fresh sliced baguette.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 6gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use room temperature cheese to ensure a smooth blend, and keep an eye on the baking time to avoid burning.

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