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Cheesy Thumbprint Appetizers with Hot Pepper Jelly

Cheesy Thumbprint Appetizers with Hot Pepper Jelly Bliss

Delight your guests with these Cheesy Thumbprint Appetizers with Hot Pepper Jelly, combining creamy cheese and spicy sweetness for a guaranteed hit.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 24 appetizers
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 90
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 4 oz Cream Cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter softened
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
  • 1/4 tsp Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Garlic Powder optional
  • 1 cup Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese or pepper jack/gouda
For the Filling
  • 1/3 cup Hot Pepper Jelly jalapeño or habanero varieties
For Garnish
  • Fresh Thyme Leaves or Chopped Parsley optional

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • hand mixer
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and unsalted butter. Blend until creamy, about 2–3 minutes.
  2. Gently fold in the shredded sharp cheddar cheese until fully incorporated.
  3. Gradually add the all-purpose flour, salt, and optional garlic powder. Combine until a dough forms, around 3–4 minutes.
  4. Cover the dough tightly and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  6. Scoop the dough into 1-inch balls and place them 2 inches apart on a baking sheet.
  7. Create a small indentation in the center of each dough ball with your thumb.
  8. Fill each indentation with about ½ teaspoon of hot pepper jelly.
  9. Bake for 13-15 minutes until golden edges appear.
  10. Allow to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1appetizerCalories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Freeze baked appetizers for longer storage. Reheat at 350°F for about 10-12 minutes.

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