Description
Cream Cheese and Pepper Jelly Bites are a delightful combination of sweet and spicy flavors with creamy, tangy cream cheese atop crunchy crackers, perfect for quick and impressive appetizers that disappear fast at any gathering.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 24 crackers (Ritz or similar)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup pepper jelly
- Optional garnish: chopped green onions or pecans
Instructions
- Spread Cream Cheese: Take each cracker and evenly spread a layer of softened cream cheese over the top to create a creamy base.
- Add Pepper Jelly: Spoon a generous dollop of pepper jelly on top of the cream cheese layer, balancing the sweet and spicy flavors.
- Garnish and Serve: If desired, sprinkle chopped green onions or pecans on top to add extra texture and flavor. Serve immediately for the best freshness and crunch.
Notes
- Chill cream cheese slightly before spreading for tidier application.
- Use hot pepper jelly to add extra spiciness if preferred.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Southern-Inspired
