Description
This Pepper Jelly Cheese Dip is a perfect blend of creamy, cheesy, sweet, and spicy flavors. With simple ingredients like cream cheese, shredded cheddar, and pepper jelly, it comes together quickly and bakes into a warm, gooey appetizer that’s ideal for parties, game nights, or casual snacking.
Ingredients
Cheese Mixture
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp onion powder
Topping
- 5 oz pepper jelly
- 1 green onion, diced
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F to prepare for baking the dip.
- Mix Cheese and Seasonings: In a medium bowl, combine the cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir until all ingredients are well blended.
- Spread in Baking Dish: Transfer the cheese mixture into a small baking dish, spreading it out evenly for uniform baking.
- Bake Initial Layer: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 10 minutes or until the cheese mixture is warm and melty.
- Add Pepper Jelly: Remove the baking dish from the oven and spread the pepper jelly evenly over the melted cheese layer.
- Bake to Melt Jelly: Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes to warm the pepper jelly and meld flavors.
- Garnish and Serve: After baking, sprinkle diced green onions over the top, and serve the dip warm for best taste and texture.
Notes
- Use a small baking dish for best results, such as an 8x8 inch or equivalent.
- For a spicier kick, use a hot pepper jelly or add some finely chopped jalapeños to the cheese mixture.
- The dip is best served warm but can be reheated gently in the oven or microwave.
- Pair with crackers, toasted baguette slices, or fresh vegetable sticks for dipping.
