Cheesy thumbprint appetizers with hot pepper jelly –Hey y’all, it’s time to level up your appetizer game with these Cheesy Thumbprint Appetizers! Perfect for any gathering, these bites pack a punch with hot pepper jelly. Trust me, once you set these out at your next get-together, folks will be coming back for seconds—guaranteed!
Cheesy Thumbprint Appetizers
These little goodies are not just easy to make; they’re bursting with flavor! The combination of cheesy goodness and sweet heat from the pepper jelly will have everyone raving about your cooking skills. Let’s get into it, shall we?
Ingredients:
- 1 cup of cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup of all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup of minced green onions
- 1/4 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
- Hot pepper jelly, for topping
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, cheddar cheese, flour, green onions, garlic powder, and salt. Mix until everything is well incorporated.
- Roll the mixture into small balls (about 1 inch in diameter), and then place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Make a small indentation in the center of each cheese ball, using your thumb (hence the name!).
- Fill each thumbprint with a dollop of hot pepper jelly. Go generous with it; the flavor explosion is what we’re after!
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes or until the edges are just golden-brown.
- Once baked, let them cool for a few minutes before serving. They taste divine warm!
That’s all there is to it, my friends! These Cheesy Thumbprint Appetizers with that sweet and spicy kick are sure to be a hit. So get to cooking, and enjoy the compliments coming your way!