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Cheesy Thumbprint Appetizers With Hot Pepper Jelly

Cheesy Thumbprint Appetizers With Hot Pepper Jelly made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.
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Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup hot pepper jelly
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped green onions optional
  • 1 package puff pastry thawed
  • 1 egg beaten (for egg wash)

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, black pepper, and chopped green onions if using.
  3. Roll out the thawed puff pastry on a lightly floured surface and cut it into squares, about 3 inches each.
  4. Place the squares on a lined baking sheet and use your thumb to create an indentation in the center of each square.
  5. Fill each indentation with a generous teaspoon of the cheese mixture.
  6. Top each filled thumbprint with a dollop of hot pepper jelly.
  7. Brush the edges of the puff pastry with the beaten egg.
  8. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the pastry is puffed and golden brown.
  9. Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving.