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Cheesy Thumbprint Appetizers with Hot Pepper Jelly

Cheesy Thumbprint Appetizers with Hot Pepper Jelly
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Craving a delightful mix of savory and sweet? These Cheesy Thumbprint Appetizers with Hot Pepper Jelly are your go-to solution! With a rich and buttery cheese dough enveloping a tantalizingly spicy-sweet jelly center, these appetizers are sure to impress at any gathering.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder (optional)
  • 1/3 cup hot pepper jelly

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix cream cheese and butter until smooth.
  2. Add shredded cheddar and combine well.
  3. Stir in flour, salt, and optional garlic powder until a dough forms.
  4. Chill the dough for 30 minutes.
  5. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  6. Roll the chilled dough into 1-inch balls and space them on the sheet.
  7. Press your thumb into the center of each ball to create an indentation.
  8. Fill each thumbprint with about 1/2 tsp of hot pepper jelly.
  9. Bake for 13–15 minutes until golden brown.
  10. Cool slightly before serving warm.

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