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Homemade Pepper Jelly Cheese Dip

Rich, sweet, and slightly spicy, this creamy pepper jelly cheese dip is perfect for parties or casual snacks. It's easy to make with just a few ingredients and requires no cooking.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 175 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Base

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened about 226 g
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese about 56 g

For Flavor

  • 1/2 cup pepper jelly about 160 g
  • 1/4 cup diced green onions about 15 g

Seasoning

  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper

For Serving

  • Tortilla chips or crackers

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Soften the cream cheese by allowing it to sit at room temperature for 20–30 minutes before mixing.
  • Combine softened cream cheese and shredded cheddar in a mixing bowl until smooth.
  • Stir in pepper jelly and diced green onions until well blended.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust seasoning as needed.
  • Transfer the mixture to a serving bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Notes

For a smoother dip, use an electric mixer. Chill for 30 minutes to help flavors meld. Garnish with extra pepper jelly or sliced green onions before serving.
Keyword Appetizer, Cheese Dip, No-Cook Recipe, Party Dip, pepper jelly dip