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Quick Pepper Jelly Cream Cheese Appetizer Dip

Quick Pepper Jelly Cream Cheese Appetizer Dip for Effortless Entertaining

This Quick Pepper Jelly Cream Cheese Appetizer Dip blends sweet and spicy flavors for a crowd-pleasing treat, perfect for effortless entertaining.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Cooling Time 1 minute
Total Time 18 minutes
Servings: 8 bites
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dip
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Use low-fat for a lighter option.
  • 1/2 cup Red Pepper Jelly Feel free to experiment with flavors.
For Serving
  • 1 box Crackers or Bread Choose gluten-free options if needed.
  • 1 bunch Fresh Herbs Optional, like basil or parsley.

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • Spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Arrange mini phyllo shells on a baking sheet.
  3. Fill each phyllo shell with about 1 teaspoon of cream cheese.
  4. Top each shell with about ½ teaspoon of red pepper jelly.
  5. Bake for 5–7 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Garnish with fresh herbs and allow to cool briefly.
  7. Serve warm or at room temperature with crackers or bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 2gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 3gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mg

Notes

Assemble the dip ahead of time and store in the fridge for up to three days. Adjust cream cheese and pepper jelly to taste.

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