Cheesy Thumbprint Appetizers: Indulgent Savory Bites with Spicy Pepper Jelly
These Cheesy Thumbprint Appetizers are perfect for any gathering, combining rich cheese and a zesty finish of spicy pepper jelly for a truly indulgent savory bite.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 24 appetizers
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cream cheese
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 cup spicy pepper jelly
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine shredded cheddar cheese, cream cheese, flour, salt, and garlic powder until well blended.
- Roll the dough into small balls and place them on a baking sheet.
- Using your thumb, create an indentation in the center of each ball.
- Fill the indentations with spicy pepper jelly.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, you can add diced jalapeños to the cheese mixture.
- These appetizers can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 appetizers
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg