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A vibrant platter showcasing golden-brown cracker bites topped with creamy cheese and glossy red pepper jelly, garnished with green herbs, styled for a casual party setting with a neutral background.

Quick and Easy Pepper Jelly Cream Cheese Bites for Parties

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A simple, crowd-pleasing party appetizer combining creamy cream cheese with sweet and spicy pepper jelly on crunchy crackers.

  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 20-30 bites

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup pepper jelly
  • 30-40 crackers (such as wheat or buttery crackers)
  • Fresh herbs for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Spread a generous layer of cream cheese on each cracker.
  2. Top with a small spoonful of pepper jelly.
  3. Garnish with chopped herbs if desired.
  4. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.

Notes

  • You can add chopped green onions or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for extra flavor.
  • Best served chilled or at room temperature.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Method: No-cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 bites
  • Calories: 50 Kcal
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 75mg
  • Fat: 4g
  • Saturated Fat: 2.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 3g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg