Pepper Jelly Cheese Dip
This creamy and spicy Pepper Jelly Cheese Dip combines tangy cream cheese, sharp cheddar, and sweet-spicy pepper jelly for a crowd-pleasing appetizer. Perfect with crackers, chips, or bread!
Ingredients
- - 8 oz cream cheese softened
- - 4 oz sharp cheddar cheese shredded
- - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- - 1 tsp onion flakes
- - 1/2 tsp salt
- - 7 oz pepper jelly
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Make the Cheese Mixture: In a bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion flakes, and salt. Mix until well combined.
- Bake the Dip: Transfer the cheese mixture into an oven-safe dish or pie pan, smoothing the surface. Bake for 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbling.
- Melt the Pepper Jelly: While the dip bakes, melt the pepper jelly in a microwave-safe container. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring between, until smooth.
- Top with Jelly: After baking, pour the melted pepper jelly over the hot cheese dip, spreading it evenly across the top.
- Serve: Serve the dip warm with crackers, chips, or sliced bread. Enjoy!
Notes
- For extra spice, use hot pepper jelly or sprinkle red pepper flakes into the cheese mixture.
- Serve the dip with sturdy crackers or toasted baguette slices for easy dipping.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat before serving.
- Serve the dip with sturdy crackers or toasted baguette slices for easy dipping.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat before serving.