Description
A creamy, tangy, and slightly spicy Pepper Jelly Cheese Dip made with melted cheeses and topped with sweet pepper jelly. This Southern-inspired appetizer is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup red pepper jelly
- 2 tablespoons sliced green onions (for garnish)
- Crackers or celery sticks, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease an 8×8 inch baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Spread the cheese mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- Bake for 15 minutes, or until hot and bubbly around the edges.
- Remove from oven and immediately spread the pepper jelly evenly on top.
- Garnish with sliced green onions.
- Serve warm with crackers, pita chips, or celery sticks.
Notes
- Use room-temperature cream cheese for a smoother dip.
- Warm the pepper jelly slightly before spreading for easier layering.
- Do not overbake; the cheese should be melted but not browned.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: pepper jelly cheese dip, southern appetizer, creamy cheese dip, sweet and spicy dip, party snacks