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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Optional Garnishes
Method
Preparation
- 1
Soften Cream Cheese
Remove the cream cheese from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes, or until it is soft and spreadable.
- 2
Prepare Serving Dish
Choose a serving platter or a shallow dish to assemble your appetizer.
Assembly
- 3
Spread the Cream Cheese
Once the cream cheese is softened, use a knife or spatula to spread it evenly across the bottom of your serving dish.
- 4
Add Pepper Jelly
Spoon the pepper jelly over the cream cheese, spreading it out evenly to cover the cream cheese completely.
- 5
Garnish (Optional)
If using, sprinkle chopped fresh chives and sliced jalapeños over the pepper jelly for an extra kick and added color.
Serving
- 6
Serve with Crackers
Arrange the Saltine crackers around the cream cheese and pepper jelly on the platter. Provide a spreader for the cream cheese if desired.