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Pepper Jelly Appetizer

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"It has a sweet and slight pepper taste. Anyone that tries this loves it and it doesn't get much easier! You should be able to find the jelly in the jelly section at your local grocery store. Serve with crackers." — Donatella

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Original recipe makes 6 servings Change Servings

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened

1/2 cup mild pepper jelly

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Directions

Spread jelly over the block of cream cheese.

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PREP 2 mins
READY IN 2 mins

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Jun 09, 2006

This is always a huge success.I use it often. To change it up a bit, I sometimes stir it all together and then serve it as a cheese spread with pepper water crackers. Same flavor but just a different way to serve it.It is also great with Fritos "Scoops" chips.

—CRAZY4SUSHI

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Nov 19, 2004

There is a similar recipe which I prefer called "Hot Jezebel". Take a jar of orange marmalade and mix in some horseradish to taste over low heat. Our the mixture over the cream cheese and spread on bread or crackers. Good stuff!

—LITTLEHOSS

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Feb 22, 2004

This has always been a favorite of mine, and goes quick at parties! I serve it with Peppridge Farm Butterfly crackers, and have used raspberry or cranberry pepperjelly. Great flavor! I like the idea of arranging the cream cheese & jelly on each cracker ahead of time so maybe it will look a little more attractive. One friend of mine plops the pepper jelly over the brick of cream cheese, then decorates the plate with leaves, and somehow that seems to get it eaten quicker. ??? Presentation is everything I guess. :)

—NBANUCCI

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Nov 28, 2005

Lovely and tasty served on a platter with brie, several varieties of crackers, and surrounded by large, seedless grapes.

—DTNYC

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Dec 17, 2003

This is really yummy. I made a plate of appetizers for a party by spreading a little cream cheese on top of snack crackers then a little blop of jalapeno jelly on top of each one. I brought home an empty plate. Quick and easy but oh so good.

—ARNOLDIRR

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Dec 17, 2003

This stuff is awesome! I crave it! My dad had it at my son's birthday party and stated that it "would taste great on a roof tile". My favorite type of jelly to use (if you can find it) is raspberry chipotle jelly - YUM!!!!

—WOLFECOOKIE

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Sep 14, 2008

I've made this twice. Each time I used different kinds of jalepeno pepper jelly, and it was gobbled up - people couldn't get enough. I now keep a jar of pepper jelly and the cream cheese on hand for a quick appetizer for surprise company.

—mle

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Jun 25, 2005

I can't believe how easy and tasty this was! I purchased my Hot Pepper Jelly from a museum to get the "authentic" falvor and the dish was gobbled up as soon as it was put out - thank goodness I'd brought an extra brick of cream cheese because I had to make more. If you're busy or not a chef, this is the perfect appetizer to make/bring.

—empearls

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Nutrition

Calories
197 kcal
10%

Carbohydrates
18.5 g
6%

Cholesterol
41 mg
14%

Fat
13 g
20%

Fiber
0.2 g
1%

Protein
2.9 g
6%

Sodium
118 mg
5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Pepper Jelly Appetizer

Serving Size: 1/6 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 6
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 197
Calories from Fat: 117

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 13g 20 %
Saturated Fat 8.2g 41 %
Cholesterol 41mg 14 %
Sodium 118mg 5 %
Potassium 58mg 2 %
Total Carbohydrates 18.5g 6 %
Dietary Fiber 0.2g 1 %
Protein 2.9g 6 %
Sugars 12.9g
Vitamin A 10 %
Vitamin C < 1 %
Calcium 4 %
Iron 5 %
Thiamin < 1 %
Niacin 3 %
Vitamin B6 1 %
Magnesium 1 %
Folate 3 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.