• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
A Southern Soul

A Southern Soul

Easy Recipes & Entertaining Ideas For Everyday Life

Search
  • Recipes
    • Air Fryer
    • Appetizers
    • Beverages
    • Bread
    • Breakfast
    • Comfort Food
    • Crockpot/Slow Cooker
    • Desserts
    • Grilling
    • Main Dish
    • Party Food
    • Salads
    • Side Dish
    • Snacks
    • Soups & Stews
    • Southern Classics
  • Midweek Menu
  • About
  • Shop
Home Ā» Blog Ā» Recipes Ā» Appetizers

Pepper Jelly & Cream Cheese Appetizer

Donya Mullins 11 Comments This post may contain affiliate links.

Jump to Recipe

This post may contain affiliate links.

Sweet, spicy red pepper jelly, dolloped on top of a block of cool, rich cream cheese is one of my all-time favorite appetizers. I thought everybody knew about this awesome combination, served with a stack of crackers but I was wrong! A couple of weeks ago, I shared a recipe for red pepper jelly from my friend, Stacy Lyn on my Facebook Page. I described how I serve it and wow, the response I got from folks was shocking, with many never hearing of this incredible appetizer.

red pepper jelly and cream cheese
Pinterest banner

After reading your comments, I called Stacy to share because, again, I thought everyone knew to put red pepper jelly on top of cream cheese. My little story turned into a great conversation about how as bloggers, we can sometimes get so concerned about new trends or what others are cooking and writing about that we forget to stay true ourselves. Stacy and I both grew up learning how to cook from our family members. I think we’ve turned those lessons into a love of food that we are proud to share with family, friends and our readers.

red pepper jelly from Stacy Lyn

During our chat, I asked Stacy if I could use her jelly recipe in a post about my crazy, good appetizer. She graciously agreed like I knew she would. Good friends are like that.

I always have at least 3 jars of pepper jelly in my pantry and of course, there’s cream cheese in my fridge, so I’m always ready to whip up this masterpiece at a moment’s notice! It’s simple, pretty and absolutely scrumptious. It’s funny how unexpected combinations can produce the best results like pepper jelly and cream cheese. Thanks, Stacy Lyn for your recipe and thanks to my Facebook friends who love to share and comment. It looks like good friends and delicious food are also a winning combination.

red pepper jelly cream cheese cracker
red pepper jelly and cream cheese

Cream Cheese & Red Pepper Jelly Appetizer

Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 12
Author: Donya Mullins
Print Pin Rate
Sweet, spicy red pepper jelly dolloped on cool cream cheese is a scrumptious appetizer that is whipped up in minutes. Make your own jelly or use store bought for this classic dish served along with a cocktail.

Ingredients

  • 1 8 oz block cream cheese – room temperature
  • 3 heaping tablespoons red pepper jelly

Instructions

  • Place cream cheese on a serving plate. Carefully dollop red pepper jelly down middle of block of cheese.
  • Serve with crackers. 
red pepper jelly and cream cheese
Did you make my Cream Cheese & Red Pepper Jelly Appetizer?I’d love to see! Share on Instagram, tag @asouthernsoul, and use the hashtag #asouthernsoul!
Tag on Insta Leave a Rating
red pepper jelly and cream cheese appetizer with crackers
Red pepper jelly and cream cheese appetizer is a classic southern appetizer that gets rave reviews!

Share This!

Donya with A Southern Soul

Meet A Southern Soul

Hey, there! I’m Donya and welcome to A Southern Soul. I love to cook and entertain with easy to make recipes and simple ideas that make people feel special. Read More

  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • Twitter

What’s For Dinner?

Subscribe now for the latest recipes, tips, and secret ingredients!

Reader Interactions

Comments

    Rate & Comment Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Recipe Rating




  1. Sandra

    December 10, 2018 at 9:01 pm

    What would this taste like with adding pecans to the top and around plate??? And also I bought the hot pepper jelly and so hope our Bible Study girls can handle it…. Is it real hot??

    Reply
    • Donya

      December 12, 2018 at 5:20 pm

      Hey, Sandra! I love the idea of adding pecans. I’m not sure about the heat level since I don’t know the brand of jelly you bought but with the cream cheese, things should be just fine. Enjoy and Merry Christmas!
      XO,
      ~Donya

      Reply
  2. Sherry

    November 3, 2018 at 4:16 pm

    What kind of cracker goes best with cream cheese and pepper jelly. My dad used to make his own pepper jelly, and we had the combination often. It was a delicious treat. But I can’t remember what we served it on.

    Reply
    • Donya

      November 17, 2018 at 3:37 pm

      Sherry, you can use just about any kind of cracker you like. I love the crackers you get at Aldi, several kinds in one box and I also really like this on Triscuits. Enjoy!
      XO,
      ~Donya

      Reply
      • Janice

        April 15, 2022 at 4:40 pm

        Is Green Pepper Jelly as good?

        Reply
        • Donya

          April 16, 2022 at 9:24 am

          Hey there Janice!
          That is a terrific question! I’ve never personally tried using Green Pepper Jelly in this recipe, but I think it would work just as well. Let me know how it turns out, I really hope you enjoy the recipe! Happy Easter!
          ~Donya

          Reply
  3. Peggy McDole

    September 20, 2018 at 8:48 pm

    PLEASE help us! The red pepper jelly recipe seems to be the one my daughter and I have been searching for BUT what kind/brand, etc is this one. Or is it one you make yourself. She has recently had foot surgery and this is all
    She wants. Thank you’

    Reply
    • Donya

      September 20, 2018 at 9:29 pm

      Hey there, Peggy. The recipe on the post is a homemade version and the link is included in the post. I use a store bought red pepper jelly and most are really, really good. I’m not sure where you’re from but if you get one from Fresh Market, you should be fine. Please let me know if you need more help.
      Best wishes for your daughter for a speedy recovery!
      XO,
      ~Donya
      Here’s a link to one of my FAVS! https://www.amazon.com/Stonewall-Kitchen-Red-Pepper-Jelly/dp/B000M5NOQK/ref=sr_1_3_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1537478930&sr=8-3&keywords=red+pepper+jelly&dpID=51JLNd-5YeL&preST=_SY300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch

      Reply
  4. Elizabeth Day

    December 22, 2017 at 12:26 am

    Are there some brands or varieties of pepper jelly that work best? I have had some jellies that don’t have enough liquid for dripping down over the sides. Would heating the jelly up help? or adding some water? Or just starting with a :”drippy” jelly to start with?

    Reply
    • Donya

      December 22, 2017 at 2:08 pm

      Good questions, Elizabeth. Make sure the jelly is room temperature first. I’m not sure about different brands but it would make a difference in the consistency. If you want it to run down the side of the block of cheese, I would heat it for a few seconds in the microwave. I hope this helps!
      XO,
      ~Donya

      Reply
    • Randy

      December 28, 2017 at 12:02 am

      There are many different brands out there. I’m from up north and we have a red pepper and a habanero peach. I make my own habanero peach but the store bought is very good. If you stirr it it will loosen up. I used to serve in two separate containers. Not anymore!!

      Reply

Primary Sidebar

Donya with A Southern Soul

Meet A Southern Soul

Hey, there! I’m Donya and welcome to A Southern Soul. I love to cook and entertain with easy to make recipes and simple ideas that make people feel special. Read More

  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • Twitter

What’s For Dinner?

Subscribe now for the latest recipes, tips, and secret ingredients!

Trending Now

  • Crock Pot Chicken Thighs in bowl of pot with serving fork.Crock Pot Chicken Thighs
  • Celery stuffed with cream cheese, bacon, herbs and cheddar cheese are outrageously good! Served as an appetizer or snack, this is a recipe that's sure to become a favorite at parties, BBQs and family gatherings.Outrageously Good Stuffed Celery
  • Baked Potatoes made in the Air Fryer are tender and fully on the outside with a crispy skin that makes them irresistible. Easy to make, just add your favorite toppings like butter, chives, sour cream, salt and pepper.Air Fryer Baked Potatoes
  • Hot Dogs in buns cooked in the air fryerEasy Air Fryer Hot Dogs
  • Award Winning Southern Soul Chili served in a bowl topped with cheese and served with muffins.Award-Winning Southern Soul Chili Recipe
  • Warm dip made with spinach and artichokes.Crock Pot Spinach Artichoke Dip

© 2023 Ā· A Southern Soul Ā· Cookie Policy Ā· Privacy Policy