Hot pepper jelly is a Southern classic and makes a wonderful appetizer to share at your next holiday party. Serve with your favorite crackers and enjoy.
Prep Time10 minutesmins
Total Time10 minutesmins
Servings: 1Appetizer Spread
Calories: 364kcal
Author: Julia Jordan
Ingredients
8ounceCream Cheesesoftened to room temperature
¼cupRed Pepper JellyI used the Braswell's brand. Can use green pepper jelly if desired
Pinchof Red Pepper Flakesoptional
13.7ounceBox Club Crackersor favorite crackers for serving
2sprigs Rosemarygarnish (optional)
Instructions
Place the softened block of cream cheese on a serving plate or platter.
Add the hot pepper jelly to a microwave safe bowl and microwave oh high for 30 seconds.
Stir the warmed jelly then spoon over the top of the cream cheese.
Garnish with a pinch of red pepper flakes and rosemary sprigs, if desired.
If you forgot to place the cream cheese out to soften or are in a rush, place the block of cream cheese on a microwave safe plate. Microwave on high for 10 seconds then follow the recipe directions.