Quick Pepper Jelly Cream Cheese Appetizer Dip and Bites Recipe
This Quick Pepper Jelly Cream Cheese Appetizer features crispy mini phyllo shells filled with smooth cream cheese and a sweet-spicy kick of red pepper jelly. Garnished with fresh thyme or green onion, these bite-sized treats are perfect for entertaining and come together in under 15 minutes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 12 minutes
- Yield: 15 mini bites 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Appetizer Ingredients
- 1 box (15-count) mini phyllo shells
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup red pepper jelly
- Fresh thyme leaves or chopped green onion (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the phyllo shells.
- Arrange Phyllo Shells: Place the mini phyllo shells evenly on a baking sheet, ensuring they are spaced to allow for even baking.
- Fill with Cream Cheese: Spoon about 1 teaspoon of softened cream cheese into each phyllo shell, smoothing it gently for even coverage.
- Add Pepper Jelly: Top each cream cheese-filled shell with approximately 1/2 teaspoon of red pepper jelly to add a touch of sweet and spicy flavor.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 5 to 7 minutes, or until the phyllo shells become crisp and the cream cheese warms slightly.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh thyme leaves or chopped green onion if desired. Serve warm or at room temperature for best flavor.
Notes
- Make sure the cream cheese is softened to easily fill the shells.
- You can substitute the phyllo shells with mini tart shells for a different texture.
- Adjust the amount of red pepper jelly to control the sweetness and spiciness to your preference.
- These bites can be prepared ahead and reheated briefly before serving.
- Serve as a party appetizer or a simple snack for guests.
Keywords: pepper jelly, cream cheese, appetizer, phyllo shells, party bites, easy appetizer, sweet and spicy
