Description
Delightful cheesy appetizers filled with hot pepper jelly, perfect for parties and gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder (optional)
- 1/3 cup hot pepper jelly
- Fresh thyme leaves or chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and butter. Beat until creamy and smooth.
- Add shredded cheddar cheese and mix until fully combined.
- Add flour, salt, and optional garlic powder, stirring until a dough forms. Chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll the chilled dough into 1-inch balls and place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Press an indentation in the center of each dough ball and fill with about 1/2 teaspoon of hot pepper jelly.
- Bake for 13–15 minutes until golden brown and let cool slightly before garnishing with fresh herbs.
Notes
Chill the dough for best results and feel free to experiment with different cheeses or jellies.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 88
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: finger food, party appetizer, cheesy bites, hot pepper jelly