Easy Bacon Pepper Jelly (View Print Version)

Crispy bacon meets creamy cheese and spicy-sweet jelly in a quick, flavorful crowd-pleaser.

# What You'll Need:

→ Main Components

01 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
02 - 1/2 cup pepper jelly (red or green)
03 - 8 slices bacon

→ For Serving

04 - Crackers or toasted baguette slices (gluten-free if needed)
05 - 1 tablespoon fresh chives or green onions, finely sliced (optional)

# Method:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Arrange bacon slices on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 12 to 15 minutes until crispy; drain on paper towels and chop into small pieces.
03 - Place softened cream cheese on a serving platter or spread into a shallow dish.
04 - Spread pepper jelly evenly over the cream cheese.
05 - Sprinkle chopped bacon over the pepper jelly layer.
06 - Optionally garnish with finely sliced fresh chives or green onions.
07 - Serve immediately with crackers or toasted baguette slices.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy and quick to prepare
  • Perfect combination of sweet and savory flavors
02 -
  • Use smoked bacon for extra flavor.
  • Substitute goat cheese for cream cheese for a tangier twist.
03 -
  • Drain bacon well to avoid soggy appetizer.
  • Chill cream cheese before assembling to keep shape intact.
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