Pepper Jelly Cheese Dip – The Perfect Sweet & Spicy Appetizer
I love a good dip that feels a little unexpected but still totally comforting. That’s exactly what you get with this pepper jelly cheese dip. A creamy, cheesy base with a layer of sweet and spicy pepper jelly that keeps every bite interesting.
The first time I tried it, I wasn’t sure how the mix of flavors would work, but after one scoop, I was hooked. The warmth of the baked cheese, the slight bite from the seasonings, and that sticky, peppery jelly on top make it something special. And it is ridiculously easy to make.
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You know that one dish that always gets devoured first at a party? This pepper jelly cheese dip is it. Whether it is a casual get-together or a holiday spread, this dip is always a hit.
How to Make Pepper Jelly Cheese Dip
Here are the ingredients you need to make this pepper jelly cheese dip, plus step by step instructions for how to make it.
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp onion powder
- 5 oz Pepper jelly
- 1 green onion, diced
Step by Step Instructions
1. Set your oven to 350°F and let it warm up while you prep the ingredients. Dice the green onion and set it aside for the final garnish.
2. In a medium bowl, combine the cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, and onion powder. Use a spatula or hand mixer to blend everything together until smooth and evenly combined. The mixture will be thick but should spread easily.
3. Transfer the cheese mixture into a small oven-safe baking dish, spreading it evenly to ensure an even bake. Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 10 minutes, just long enough to warm the cheese and allow the flavors to meld.
4. Carefully remove the baking dish from the oven. Using a spoon or spatula, spread the pepper jelly evenly over the warm cheese layer. The heat will help soften the jelly, making it easier to spread.
5. Return the dish to the oven and bake for another 5 minutes. This short bake time allows the pepper jelly to slightly melt into the cheese, creating that perfect sweet and spicy contrast.
6. Once baked, remove the dip from the oven and sprinkle the diced green onions on top for a fresh pop of flavor. Serve immediately with crackers, pita chips, or sliced veggies. Enjoy while warm for the best gooey, melty bite!
This dip is as simple as it gets, but the flavors make it feel like something much more impressive. The creamy cheese base balances perfectly with the sweet heat of the pepper jelly, and the green onions add just the right amount of freshness. Grab some crackers, pita chips, or even toasted baguette slices, and dig in while it’s warm. You won’t regret it.
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Pepper Jelly Cheese Dip
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp onion powder
- 5 oz Pepper jelly
- 1 green onion, diced
Instructions
- Set your oven to 350°F and let it warm up while you prep the ingredients. Dice the green onion and set it aside for the final garnish.
- In a medium bowl, combine the cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, and onion powder. Use a spatula or hand mixer to blend everything together until smooth and evenly combined. The mixture will be thick but should spread easily.
- Transfer the cheese mixture into a small oven-safe baking dish, spreading it evenly to ensure an even bake. Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 10 minutes, just long enough to warm the cheese and allow the flavors to meld.
- Carefully remove the baking dish from the oven. Using a spoon or spatula, spread the pepper jelly evenly over the warm cheese layer. The heat will help soften the jelly, making it easier to spread.
- Return the dish to the oven and bake for another 5 minutes. This short bake time allows the pepper jelly to slightly melt into the cheese, creating that perfect sweet and spicy contrast.
- Once baked, remove the dip from the oven and sprinkle the diced green onions on top for a fresh pop of flavor. Serve immediately with crackers, pita chips, or sliced veggies. Enjoy while warm for the best gooey, melty bite!
