Description
A creamy, whipped cheese base topped with sweet and spicy pepper jelly, creating the perfect 10-minute Southern appetizer.
Ingredients
16 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp onion powder
1 jar (10 oz) red pepper jelly
2 tbsp fresh chives, chopped
Instructions
Step 1: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sour cream with garlic and onion powder until light and fluffy.
Step 2: Fold in the shredded cheddar cheese until evenly combined.
Step 3: Spread the cheese mixture into a shallow serving bowl or onto a platter, smoothing the top.
Step 4: Pour the pepper jelly over the center of the cheese and spread slightly toward the edges.
Step 5: Garnish with fresh chives and serve with your choice of crackers.
Notes
Ensure the cream cheese is fully room temperature for a smooth, lump-free base.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
