Cheesy Thumbprint Appetizers: Indulgent Bites with Hot Pepper Jelly
These Cheesy Thumbprint Appetizers are a delightful treat perfect for any gathering. Topped with spicy hot pepper jelly, they are ideal for cheese lovers looking for a twist!
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 24 appetizers 1x
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup hot pepper jelly
- 1 tbsp fresh chives, chopped
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, beat together the cheddar cheese and cream cheese until smooth.
- Add the flour, chives, garlic powder, salt, and pepper, mixing until a dough forms.
- Roll the dough into small balls and place them on a baking sheet.
- Make a thumbprint indentation in the center of each ball.
- Fill each indentation with a small amount of hot pepper jelly.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until lightly golden.
- Let cool before serving.
Notes
- These appetizers can be made ahead of time and frozen before baking.
- Feel free to substitute hot pepper jelly with your favorite jam for a different flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 appetizers
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Cheesy Thumbprint Appetizers, Hot Pepper Jelly, appetizers, cheese recipes