Description
These Pepper Jelly & Cream Cheese Bites are the perfect combination of sweet and savory, making them a delightful addition to any gathering or party menu. With a crispy puff pastry base, creamy center, and a hint of spice from the pepper jelly, these bites are sure to impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- Cooking spray
- 1 (14-oz.) package puff pastry, thawed
- 1 (8-oz.) block cold cream cheese
- 1/2 cup pepper jelly
- Fresh thyme leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease 2 (24-cup) mini muffin pans with cooking spray.
- Unroll the puff pastry on a clean surface and cut it into 24 equal pieces. Press each piece into a muffin cup in the prepared pans.
- Bake for 12 minutes, or until the puff pastry is lightly golden and puffed. Let it cool slightly.
- Cut the cream cheese into 24 small pieces and gently press one piece into the center of each puff pastry cup. Top each with about 1 heaping teaspoon of pepper jelly.
- Return the bites to the oven and bake for an additional 8-10 minutes, or until the puff pastry is golden brown and the cream cheese is warmed through.
- Optionally, garnish with fresh thyme leaves for added flavor and color. Let the bites cool for about 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the puff pastry is thoroughly thawed before attempting to unroll it, as this will prevent tearing.
- For a milder flavor, choose a light pepper jelly or reduce the amount used.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Pepper jelly, cream cheese bites, appetizer, party food