Quick Pepper Jelly Cream Cheese Appetizer That Wows Guests

Quick Pepper Jelly Cream Cheese Appetizer is a delicious blend of tangy cream cheese in crispy phyllo shells, topped with vibrant pepper jelly for a sweet and spicy touch.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 7

Total Time 17

Servings: 12 bites

Course: Appetizers

Cuisine: American

Calories: 75

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Bites

12 pieces Mini Phyllo Shells Swap with gluten-free crackers for a gluten-free option.
8 oz Cream Cheese Try goat cheese for a more sophisticated flavor twist.
6 tsp Red Pepper Jelly Experiment with jalapeño jelly for an extra kick!

For Garnish

1 tbsp Fresh Thyme or Green Onion Feel free to mix it up with your favorite herbs.

Equipment

Oven
Baking sheet
Small spoon

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and gather your ingredients.
Arrange the mini phyllo shells on a baking sheet, evenly spaced.
Fill each shell with approximately 1 teaspoon of cream cheese.
Top each filled shell with about ½ teaspoon of red pepper jelly.
Bake for 5-7 minutes, until shells are golden and crispy.
Garnish with fresh thyme or chopped green onion and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 75kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mg

Notes

These bites are perfect for any occasion and can be served warm or at room temperature. Experiment with different pepper jellies or garnishes for creative variations.

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