5.0 from 6 votes
Cream Cheese and Pepper Jelly
Cream Cheese and Pepper Jelly is the perfect appetizer for any occasion. It is quick to make and only requires a few ingredients.
Prep Time
10 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings: 8
Calories: 239 kcal
Course:
Appetizer
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 1 8 ounce block cream cheese
- 1/2 cup pepper jelly
- Crackers or toasted baguette slices for serving
- Optional Garnish Toppings:
- 1/4 cup chopped toasted pecans
- Drizzle of honey
Instructions
- Place the cream cheese on a serving plate or platter and allow it to soften at room temperature.
- Spoon the pepper jelly on top of the cream cheese, spreading it gently and evenly. Leave some areas uncovered to show the cream cheese underneath for contrast.
- If desired, sprinkle chopped toasted pecans over the top for added crunch. You can also drizzle a small amount of honey over the jelly for extra sweetness.
- Arrange crackers or baguette slices around the platter for easy dipping.
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Notes
- Be sure to let the cream cheese soften at room temperature for about 30 minutes before topping it with the jelly. This makes it much easier to work with and results in a smoother, creamier texture.
- Serve the dip right away after preparing it, or store it in the fridge and take it out about 15-20 minutes before serving. This ensures the cream cheese stays soft and easy to scoop.
Nutrition Information
Calories
239kcal
(12%)
Carbohydrates
20g
(7%)
Protein
4g
(8%)
Fat
16g
(25%)
Saturated Fat
7g
(35%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
4g
Monounsaturated Fat
4g
Trans Fat
0.3g
Cholesterol
29mg
(10%)
Sodium
339mg
(14%)
Potassium
71mg
(2%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
3g
(6%)
Vitamin A
381IU
(8%)
Calcium
71mg
(7%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 239
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 239kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 20g | 7% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 0.3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 29mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 339mg | 14% |
| Potassium | 71mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 381IU | 8% |
| Calcium | 71mg | 7% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.