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A close-up of golden baked cheese-filled thumbprint appetizers neatly arranged on a white plate, topped with vibrant red hot pepper jelly, surrounded by fresh herbs and crispy bread crumbs, showcasing a golden, cheesy, and glossy appearance with a hint of spice from the jelly.

Cheesy Thumbprint Appetizers with Spicy Pepper Jelly

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A savory appetizer featuring cheesy thumbprints baked to perfection and topped with spicy hot pepper jelly for a sweet and spicy flavor combo.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 20 appetizers

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Hot pepper jelly for topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a bowl, combine shredded cheese, flour, butter, garlic powder, and salt to form a dough.
  3. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and flatten slightly on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  4. Use your thumb or the back of a small spoon to create a well in the center of each dough ball.
  5. Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Remove from oven and let cool slightly.
  7. Top each thumbprint with a small spoonful of hot pepper jelly.
  8. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

  • Ensure cheese is shredded finely for easy mixing.
  • You can prepare the dough ahead and refrigerate until ready to bake.
  • Adjust spice level by choosing mild or hot pepper jelly.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 appetizers
  • Calories: 120 Kcal
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 4.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 7g
  • Fiber: 0.2g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg