Cream Cheese Appetizer

Elevate your next gathering with this effortless yet elegant Cream Cheese Appetizer, a perfect blend of creamy, tangy, sweet, and spicy flavors that takes just 5 minutes to prepare. This crowd-pleasing recipe features a velvety block of softened cream cheese topped with vibrant red pepper jelly, creating an irresistible contrast of textures and tastes. A sprinkle of chopped pecans or walnuts adds a delightful crunch and optional garnish of fresh parsley provides a pop of color. Serve this stunning centerpiece alongside crackers or crostini for an easy party starter that’s as visually appealing as it is delicious. Whether you're hosting a casual get-together or a festive celebration, this no-cook recipe is sure to be a hit! Keywords: cream cheese appetizer, red pepper jelly, easy party recipe, no-cook appetizer, crowd-pleaser appetizer, crackers and cheese ideas.

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

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Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:5 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

8 oz cream cheese (block, softened)
1 cup red pepper jelly
2 tbsp chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
20 pieces crackers or crostini
1 tsp fresh parsley (for garnish, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Remove the cream cheese from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes to soften.

Step 2

Place the softened cream cheese block on a serving platter or plate.

Step 3

Spoon the red pepper jelly evenly over the top of the cream cheese, letting it cascade over the sides.

Step 4

If desired, sprinkle the chopped pecans or walnuts on top of the jelly for added crunch and flavor.

Step 5

Garnish with a few sprigs of fresh parsley for a pop of color, if using.

Step 6

Serve immediately with crackers or crostini arranged around the cream cheese appetizer.

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1079.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4103.3

Total Fat 169.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 57.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 243.0mg	0%
Sodium 4848.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 606.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.5g	0%
Total Sugars 172.3g
Protein 56.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 397.1mg	0%
Iron 11.2mg	0%
Potassium 901.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.5%

Protein: 5.4%

Carbs: 58.1%