This cream cheese and pepper jelly dip is the perfect appetizer for any occasion. Made with only 2 ingredients and ready to serve within minutes, you’ll have to give it a try!
Cream cheese and pepper jelly is probably one of my favorite dips to serve as an appetizer because it’s so light and incredibly easy to prepare. Not only is it inexpensive, it doesn’t require any cooking!
I’ll admit, there are plenty of times where I am the person who signs up to bring “paper goods” to the party because I want to contribute without doing much. Now, I gladly volunteer to bring this appetizer. It looks impressive and is always a huge hit.
This dish is usually a staple at holiday gatherings, but is quickly becoming a new favorite at cookouts as well. Plus, if you’ve gotten on the charcuterie board bandwagon, this is a perfect add-on. It pairs really well with a variety of meats and crackers.
You might be worried about the heat level in pepper jelly if you aren’t a fan of spicy food. Don’t worry, this jelly is definitely on the milder side. It does have a hint of heat, but it is balanced out with the sweetness in the jelly and the smoothness of the cream cheese.
How To Prepare Cream Cheese And Pepper Jelly
First, take a wrapped block of cream cheese and allow it to come to room temperature for about 1 hour before unwrapping and serving it. Cream cheese can also be placed in the microwave for a few seconds to be softened. If using the microwave method, make sure the wrapper is off of your cream cheese before placing it in the microwave. I wouldn’t suggest serving the cream cheese straight from the refrigerator, it will be too hard to dip into.
Then, take the jar of pepper jelly and stir it around in the jar or a separate bowl until it becomes smooth. Finally, pour the jelly over top of the cream cheese ensuring the top and sides are completely covered. Serve and enjoy!
What Do You Serve With Cream Cheese And Pepper Jelly
One of the great things about this dip is that it’s so versatile. There are plenty of options you can serve with this recipe. Here are a few ideas of what to pair with the dip, but feel free to be adventurous and try other choices.
- Crackers
- Plain chips
- Pretzels
- Celery sticks
- Sliced bread
Other Appetizers To Try
- Smoked Velveeta Queso
- Grilled Jalapeno Poppers
- Smoked Buffalo Chicken Dip
- Stuffed Mushrooms
- Spinach Artichoke Dip
Cream Cheese and Pepper Jelly
Ingredients
- 8 ounces brick-style cream cheese softened
- 10 ounces pepper jelly
Instructions
- Remove the cream cheese from the wrapper and place in the middle of a medium sized plate.
- Stir the pepper jelly in the jar until it is smooth and easy to mix.
- Pour the pepper jelly over top of the cream cheese and spread around ensuring the top and all sides are covered with jelly. Enjoy!