This delightful dip combines creamy cheese with the sweet heat of pepper jelly, making it a perfect appetizer for any gathering!
**Ingredients:**
– 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
– 4 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
– ½ teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon onion flakes
– ½ teaspoon salt
– 7 ounces pepper jelly
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**Directions:**
1. **Preheat Oven:**
– Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. **Mix the Cheese Base:**
– In a medium bowl, mix together the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, garlic powder, onion flakes, and salt until well combined.
3. **Bake the Cheese Dip:**
– Spread the cheese mixture into an oven-safe dish or pie pan, smoothing the top. Bake for about 15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and hot.
4. **Prepare the Pepper Jelly:**
– While the cheese is baking, microwave the pepper jelly in a microwave-safe container in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until melted and smooth.
5. **Top with Pepper Jelly:**
– Once the cheese dip is baked, pour the melted pepper jelly over the top, spreading it evenly across the surface.
6. **Serve:**
– Serve immediately with crackers, chips, or sliced bread.
Enjoy your delicious dip! It’s sure to be a hit at any party!