Cheesy Thumbprint Appetizers
Cheesy Thumbprint Appetizers with Hot Pepper Jelly are the ultimate savory-sweet snack! These bite-sized treats feature a sharp, creamy Cheddar cheese filling, flaky buttery dough, and a zesty hot pepper jelly center. Perfect for parties, these appetizers are quick to make and customizable with different cheeses or jelly options. Serve these at your next event for a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Chill Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 20 appetizers
- Category: Appetizer, Finger Food, Party Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 6 tablespoons chilled butter, chopped
- ½ cup hot pepper jelly
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a food processor, blend the shredded Cheddar cheese, all-purpose flour, and chopped chilled butter until the mixture resembles coarse meal and begins to form a ball.
- Chill the Dough: Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Form the Appetizers: Shape the chilled dough into 1½-inch balls and place them 1 inch apart on a baking sheet.
- First Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 5 minutes.
- Create Indentations: Remove from the oven and press your thumb into the center of each ball to create an indentation.
- Add Jelly: Spoon about 1 teaspoon of hot pepper jelly into each indentation.
- Final Bake: Return to the oven and bake until the edges are golden brown, approximately 5 more minutes.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the appetizers to cool before serving.
Notes
- You can experiment with different cheeses such as Monterey Jack or Pepper Jack for a varied flavor.
- Use milder or spicier pepper jellies depending on your heat tolerance.
- For a herby twist, add fresh herbs like chives or parsley to the dough.
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