Cheesy Thumbprint Appetizers with Hot Pepper Jelly Bliss

These Cheesy Thumbprint Appetizers with Hot Pepper Jelly are easy to make and perfect for entertaining, combining a creamy cheese base with a spicy jelly topping.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 20

Total Time 35

Servings: 12 appetizers

Course: Appetizers

Cuisine: American

Calories: 120

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Cheese Base

8 ounces Cream Cheese Consider Neufchâtel for a lighter option.
1 cup Cheddar Cheese Shredded; Gruyère can be an alternate.

For the Topping

1 jar Hot Pepper Jelly Substitute with raspberry jelly for a milder flavor.

Optional Garnish

Chives or Green Onions Adds freshness and color; parsley as an alternative.

Equipment

Mixing bowl
baking sheet
parchment paper

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and shredded cheddar cheese until smooth.
Scoop small portions of the cheese mixture and roll them into balls, placing them on the prepared baking sheet.
Press down in the center of each cheese ball to create an indentation for the hot pepper jelly.
Fill each indentation with a dollop of hot pepper jelly.
Bake for 15 to 20 minutes until light golden, and the cheese is melted.
Let cool for a few minutes and garnish with chopped chives or green onions before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1appetizerCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 3gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These appetizers taste best warm. Bake shortly before serving for optimal flavor.

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