Description
A delectable Pepper Jelly Cheese Dip that combines the creaminess of cream cheese and cheddar with a hint of sweetness and spice from pepper jelly, perfect for any gathering or party.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese Dip:
- 1 (8-ounce) block cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Topping:
- 1/2 cup red or green pepper jelly
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions (optional)
- Crackers or tortilla chips for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Mix ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine cream cheese, cheddar, sour cream, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Bake: Spread mixture into a baking dish and bake for 15–20 minutes until hot and bubbly.
- Add topping: Spoon pepper jelly over the hot dip and return to the oven for 5 more minutes.
- Garnish: Garnish with green onions and serve warm with crackers or chips.
Notes
- For a smoky kick, add smoked paprika or hot sauce to the cheese mixture.
- This dip can be prepared ahead and baked just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: about 1/4 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
