‘Tis the season to host, and I’ve got a quick, easy, and crowd-pleasing appetizer that’ll make you the star of every holiday gathering! It’s one of those no-fuss dishes that feels elevated but comes together in minutes. Seriously, it’s so good—your guests will devour it in no time.
What You Need:
🧀 Block of cream cheese – Simple, creamy, and the perfect base.
🌶️ Pepper jelly – I found this raspberry jalapeño jam, and it was fireee! 🔥 (Any good pepper jelly will work, though!)
🫓 A delicious cracker – My go-to? These amazing crisps you can find a version of these crisps at Trader Joe’s, Central Market, HEB, Whole Foods, etc. I loveee their crunch!
What to Do:
- Place the block of cream cheese on a serving board.
- Warm about 1/4 to 1/2 cup of pepper jelly in the microwave for about 30 seconds. You just want it a little loose—not super melted or watery.
- Pour the jelly over the cream cheese. Let it cascade!
- Serve with those delicious crackers.
That’s It!
The creamy cheese paired with the sweet-and-spicy jelly and crispy crackers? Absolute perfection. It’s festive, flavorful, and feels fancy without the effort.
Happy Holidays! 🎄🎅 Cheers to effortless entertaining and savoring every moment!
