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Cheesy Thumbprint Appetizers with Hot Pepper Jelly

Delicious cheesy thumbprint appetizers topped with spicy hot pepper jelly, perfect for parties and gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese sharp
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Topping
  • 1/2 cup hot pepper jelly

Method
 

Prepare the Dough
  1. In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and shredded cheddar cheese until smooth.
  2. Gradually add the all-purpose flour, salt, and black pepper, mixing until a dough forms.
Shape the Thumbprints
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Using a cookie scoop, portion out the dough and roll into balls.
  3. Place the balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  4. Using your thumb, create an indentation in the center of each ball.
Bake and Add Topping
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
  2. Remove from the oven and immediately fill each thumbprint with hot pepper jelly.
Serve
  1. Allow to cool slightly before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gSugar: 5g

Notes

These appetizers can be made ahead of time and reheated before serving.

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