Cheesy Thumbprint Appetizers with Hot Pepper Jelly: A Delightful Treat
A delicious and unique appetizer that combines cheesy goodness with the kick of hot pepper jelly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 24 appetizers 1x
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup hot pepper jelly
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine cheddar cheese, cream cheese, flour, salt, and garlic powder.
- Mix until a dough forms.
- Shape the dough into small balls and place them on a baking sheet.
- Press your thumb into the center of each dough ball to create a small indent.
- Fill each indent with hot pepper jelly.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Allow to cool before serving.
Notes
- Serve warm for the best flavor.
- Feel free to adjust the amount of hot pepper jelly to taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 appetizer
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Cheesy Thumbprint Appetizers, Hot Pepper Jelly, Appetizers, Cheesy Snacks, Party Food