Quick Pepper Jelly Cream Cheese Appetizer Dip and Bites
Delight your guests with Quick Pepper Jelly Cream Cheese Appetizer Dip and Bites—a perfect blend of creamy, sweet, and spicy flavors that come together in just minutes. This versatile dish can be served as a dip or elegantly presented in mini phyllo cups, making it ideal for any occasion from casual gatherings to festive celebrations. With its stunning presentation and delicious taste, this appetizer will impress your guests without requiring extensive preparation. Whether you’re hosting a game night or preparing for unexpected visitors, these bites are sure to become a crowd favorite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 17 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 15 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box (15-count) mini phyllo shells
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup red pepper jelly
- Fresh thyme leaves or chopped green onion (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Arrange the mini phyllo shells on a baking sheet.
- Fill each shell with about 1 teaspoon of softened cream cheese.
- Top with approximately 1/2 teaspoon of red pepper jelly in each shell.
- Bake for 5–7 minutes until the shells are golden brown and the cream cheese is warmed through.
- Garnish with fresh thyme or green onions if desired.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg