Description
A delightful fusion of flavors, this Sweet and Spicy Pepper Jelly Cheeseball is perfect for entertaining guests with its bold taste and creamy texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sweet and spicy pepper jelly
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)
- 1/2 cup assorted crackers for serving
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, pepper jelly, green onions, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Mix until well combined and smooth.
- Shape the mixture into a ball and wrap tightly with plastic wrap.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to firm up.
- If desired, roll the cheeseball in chopped pecans before serving.
- Serve with assorted crackers.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add jalapeños to the mixture.
- This cheeseball can be made a day in advance for convenience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 oz
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg