Discovering Hot Pepper Jelly Cheese Bites
Hot Pepper Jelly Cheese Bites are a delicious mix of creamy cheese and sweet, spicy pepper jelly, all wrapped in a flaky pastry. They’re a classic party appetizer that never fails to impress.
Equipment
- Oven
- Air Fryer
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment paper
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 240 g Cream cheese
- 120 ml Pepper jelly
- 1 pack Puff pastry or crescent rolls Keep cold for easy handling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F). Roll out your puff pastry or crescent dough.
- Cut it into squares, place a dollop of cream cheese and a spoonful of pepper jelly in the center of each, fold over, and seal the edges.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and puffy, keeping an eye on them to avoid burning.
- For an air fryer, place the bites in a single layer. Cook at 190°C (375°F) for about 10-12 minutes until golden.
Notes
Tip: To avoid soggy bottoms, use parchment paper on your baking sheet and let the bites cool slightly before serving.