Description
This recipe delivers Quick Pepper Jelly Cream Cheese Appetizer Dip and Bites fast. It uses minimal ingredients for an impressive party snack that beginners master instantly. You get warm, savory cream cheese paired with sweet and spicy pepper jelly inside crisp phyllo shells.
Ingredients
- 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 your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Arrange the phyllo shells on a baking sheet.
- Fill each shell with about 1 teaspoon of cream cheese.
- Top each with about 1/2 teaspoon of red pepper jelly.
- Bake for 5–7 minutes or until the shells are crisp and the cream cheese is warmed.
- Remove from oven and garnish with fresh thyme or green onion, if you choose to use them.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- You can use any variety of pepper jelly; adjust the spice level to your preference.
- To save time, pre-fill phyllo shells and refrigerate until you are ready to bake.
- Garnish with fresh herbs for color and a flavor boost.
- For a seasonal twist, use cranberry-pepper jelly.
- Serve the dip with crackers and vegetables for variety.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American