PEPPER JELLY DIP
Cream cheese and pepper jelly make the ultimate appetizer. The sweet, spicy and creamy flavors blend together to make the perfect dip. In fact, it’s a classic and very popular southern appetizer. AND it’s so very simple to make!
8 ounce block of cream cheese, softened to room temperature
½ to 1 cup of red or green pepper jelly
Assorted crackers (such as Ritz or Carr’s water crackers), pita chips, or sliced baguettes for serving, but Ritz are my ultimate favorite
- Place the softened block of cream cheese on a serving plate or platter.
- Spoon the pepper jelly generously over the top, letting it drip down the sides.
- Serve immediately with crackers.
- Provide a small cheese knife for spreading.
VARIATIONS:
- Baked Dip: Mix the softened cream cheese with shredded cheddar and/or pepper jack cheese, garlic powder, and onion flakes.
Spread in a baking dish, bake at 350°F (175°C) for 15 minutes, then top with warmed pepper jelly and serve warm. - Additions: Add crumbled bacon, chopped green onions, toasted pecans or ?????
- Flavor Twists: Substitute the pepper jelly with your favorite or change out the cream cheese for a Boursin flavored cheese.