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Pepper Jelly Cheese Dip

November 21, 2022 by Gina + 10 Comments

Looking for a delicious and extremely easy appetizer? Enter this pepper jelly cheese dip. Friends, this is the best dip using minimal ingredients that is a total crowd-pleaser.

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cheese and pepper jelly spread in a ceramic bowl.  Topped with chives.  Crackers and toasted bread served on the side.  There's a tartan cloth to the side.

We have a tradition on Christmas morning to host our family for presents and breakfast. It’s a big spread and one thing everyone loves is the bagel bar. And something that I always include is pepper jelly. The combo with cream cheese and toasted bagel are so good. So naturally, a dip with these is a great combo too! For the dip, we add some goat cheese for a little tang and extra creaminess.

cheese and pepper jelly spread in a ceramic bowl.  Topped with chives.  Crackers and toasted bread served on the side.  There's a tartan cloth to the side.
cheese and pepper jelly spread in a ceramic bowl.  Topped with chives.  Crackers and toasted bread served on the side.  There's a tartan cloth to the side.

I’m usually the one who wants to cook and bake all the things when I’m hosting. But sometimes it’s nice to have either some already prepared dishes or some that are just so simple, I can still call it homemade. This cream cheese spread with pepper jelly the latter. Whip up some goat cheese and cream cheese with a little honey and salt. Top with tangy and sweet pepper jelly then warm quickly in the oven. Top with fresh chives and dip with crackers or warm crusty bread. It’s so simple yet so darn good.

cheese and pepper jelly spread in a ceramic bowl.  Topped with chives.  Crackers and toasted bread served on the side.  There's a tartan cloth to the side.  A hand is dipping a cracker into the spread.

Ingredients needed for the Pepper Jelly Cheese Dip

  • Pepper jelly (I get mine from Trader Joe’s)
  • Cream cheese
  • Goat cheese
  • Honey
  • Chives
  • Baguette or crackers for dipping

How to make Pepper Jelly Cheese Dip

  • Add the goat cheese, cream cheese, honey, and a pinch of salt to a bowl. Using a hand mixer, mix until fluffy and combined.
  • Spread into a smaller, shallow, oven-safe dish. Spread pepper jelly over the top. Bake for 7 minutes until warmed. Remove and top with chives. Enjoy with crackers or toasted bread.
cheese and pepper jelly spread in a ceramic bowl.  Topped with chives.  Crackers and toasted bread served on the side.  There's a tartan cloth to the side.
cheese and pepper jelly spread in a ceramic bowl.  Topped with chives.  Crackers and toasted bread served on the side.  There's a tartan cloth to the side.  A hand is dipping a cracker into the spread.

Why we love this recipe…

  • For something so, this red pepper jelly dip is so simple and very tasty.
  • Easy to prepare and a total crowd pleaser
  • Warm and cheese, need I say more?

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Pepper Jelly Cheese Dip

5 from 4 votes
Print Recipe
Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 7 minutes mins
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 0

Ingredients
  

  • 1 8oz block of softened cream cheese
  • 4 oz plain goat cheese
  • 1/2 tbsp honey
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 5 tbsp pepper jelly
  • 1 tbsp chopped chives
  • crackers or toasted bread for dipping

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350
  • Place the cream cheese, goat cheese, honey, and salt in a bowl. Using a hand mixer, mix until combined and light and fluffy.
  • Spread into a smaller shallow, oven safe dish. Spread the jelly over the cheese. Warm in the oven for about 7 minutes. You just need to warm it.
  • Remove and sprinkle chives on top. Dip in and enjoy!
  • Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge. Warm up any leftovers when ready to eat again.
Keyword cheese, dip
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

cheese and pepper jelly spread in a ceramic bowl.  Topped with chives.  Crackers and toasted bread served on the side.  There's a tartan cloth to the side.

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Comments

  1. marie says

    November 23, 2022 at 2:19 pm

    5 stars
    delish!

    Reply
  2. Dee says

    May 25, 2023 at 2:04 pm

    5 stars
    Could this be served cold, or at least room temperature? Looks so good, I’d like to take it to a tailgate party, if it would stay creamy!

    Reply
    • Gina says

      May 31, 2023 at 9:15 pm

      We’ve had leftovers cold and it was fine! Might be a tad bit harder to spread but the flavor will still be good.

      Reply
  3. Piccolo Brenda says

    May 17, 2024 at 9:15 pm

    Hello, can you substitute cream cheese for the goat cheese ?

    Reply
    • Gina says

      May 21, 2024 at 11:19 am

      Hello, I haven’t tried that but since they have similar textures, I think it would work. It would probably have a more mild taste since goat cheese has a tang but with the pepper jelly, it’s still going to be delish! Let me know if you try

      Reply
  4. Emily says

    November 28, 2024 at 4:00 pm

    5 stars
    I made this for Thanksgiving and it was so good! My family loved it!

    Reply
    • Gina says

      December 2, 2024 at 4:00 pm

      Thanks for sharing! we love this one too

      Reply
  5. Jackie P says

    December 25, 2024 at 7:14 pm

    5 stars
    Made this for a Christmas Eve appetizer and it was a huge hit. Loved the creaminess with the perfect blend of spicy and sweet. Served it with Pita Chips and crackers. Incredibly easy to make. Will definitely make it again and again.

    Reply
    • Gina says

      December 27, 2024 at 9:39 am

      Thanks for sharing! Its a favorite when we make it and I also love how easy it is! Glad you enjoyed

      Reply

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