Whipped Cream Cheese Pepper Jelly Dip

Whipped Cream Cheese Pepper Jelly Dip is a retro classic that is always a crowd pleaser for any party. When you’re short on time or want something you know everyone will love, this is your recipe!

What You’ll Love About Whipped Cream Cheese Pepper Jelly Dip:

If you are new to Whipped Cream Cheese Pepper Jelly Dip, it’s that simple- cream cheese smothered with a sweet and spicy jelly. It’s the perfect balance of all things, quite addicting, and literally comes together in 5-minutes.

This dip is awesome if you need a quick idea for a party and a guarantee everyone will love. The creamy cheese texture and sweet-heat kick from the jelly is irresistible; an appetizer that’s hard to walk away from.

Where Did Cream Cheese Pepper Jelly Appetizer Come From?

Cream cheese and pepper jelly originated sometime near the 1970’s in Texas. It became a widespread appetizer that people have loved and enjoyed for years.

Whether you’re hosting a fancy holiday gathering or watching the football game, this dip is fantastic!

My Easy French Onion Dip also comes together in minutes and makes a great snack or appetizer for any occasion.

3–Simple Ingredients:

• Cream cheese- I like to use whipped cream cheese for extra creaminess and you don’t need to let it sit out to soften. It is ready to go right from the fridge to the serving dish. However, you can use a block of cream cheese and it will still be a hit.
• Pepper jelly- I really love the Trader Joe’s Pepper Jelly but there are so many varieties, I haven’t met one I didn’t enjoy.
• Jalapeno- This is optional but I like to slice thin rings of fresh jalapenos and use it as a garnish. It looks festive and it offers extra heat for those that want more spice.

What Is The Best Thing To Serve with this appetizer?

You’ll want to serve this dip with your favorite buttery or salty crackers. Ritz is the most common and it truly compliments the cheesy and spicy fruit flavors. Pretzel thins and pita chips are sturdy and hold up well with the dip. Celery sticks and mini sweet peppers are also great options for something a little lighter with a nice crunch.

Assembling Whipped Cream Cheese Pepper Jelly Dip:

See full instructions in recipe card below

• Use a wide bowl or plate and spread whipped cream cheese to the edge. Pour pepper jelly over the top and garnish with sliced jalapenos to make it look festive. Serve with your favorite crackers or veggies.

Super simple!

Recipe Tip:

Common Questions:

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Whipped Cream Cheese Pepper Jelly Dip

Whipped Cream Cheese Pepper Jelly Dip is a retro classic that is always a crowd pleaser for any party. When you're short on time or want something you know everyone will love, this is your recipe!

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Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes

Total Time: 5 minutes minutes

Servings: 8 servings

Calories: 265kcal

Equipment

• 1 wide shallow serving bowl

Ingredients

• 16 ounce container whipped cream cheese
• 8 ounces pepper jelly
• few thin slices of fresh jalapenos

Instructions

• Use a wide bowl and spread whipped cream cheese to the edge. Pour pepper jelly in the center of the cream cheese and gently spread in a thin layer trying not to mix the cream cheese and jelly together. Garnish with sliced jalapenos to make it look festive and serve with your favorite crackers or veggies. See notes for other options.

Notes

Tips:

 

• Use a good quality cream cheese- Make sure to use a quality brand whipped cream cheese like Kraft or Tillamook for the best creaminess and texture.

 

Serving suggestions:

 

You’ll want to serve this dip with your favorite buttery or salty crackers. Ritz is the most common and it truly compliments the cheesy and spicy fruit flavors. Pretzel thins and pita chips are sturdy and hold up well with the dip. Celery sticks and mini sweet peppers are also great options for something a little lighter with a nice crunch.

 

Common Questions:

 

How far in advance can I make this cream cheese dip?

This can be assembled up to 6 hours in advance. The longer it sits in the refrigerator it will accumulate extra moisture from the jelly. If this happens just pour off the liquid and serve.

How long does leftovers last?

This will keep fresh in the refrigerator for 4-5 days sealed in a container.

Can I make this with low-fat or fat-free cream cheese?

Low-fat cream cheese would work fine but I would not recommend fat-free as it doesn’t have a creamy, spreadable texture.

Is this super spicy?

The spice level all depends on the brand of the pepper jelly. Some are very mild and some definitely pack some heat. The Trader Joe’s brand that I love has a little kick but it’s not crazy.

 

Nutritional facts do not include crackers.

Nutritional information is provided as a courtesy only and should be understood as an estimate rather than a guarantee. The Menu Maid makes no guarantees to the accuracy of this information.

Nutrition

Calories: 265kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 57mg | Sodium: 187mg | Potassium: 75mg | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 946IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 55mg | Iron: 0.1mg

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