Festive Cranberry Pepper Jelly Cream Cheese Bruschetta
Elevate your gatherings with this easy-to-make Festive Cranberry Pepper Jelly Cream Cheese Bruschetta. This delightful appetizer features a creamy layer of cheese topped with a spicy-sweet cranberry pepper jelly, all served on perfectly toasted baguette slices. Whether you’re hosting a holiday party or just looking for a fun snack, this bruschetta is sure to impress guests and brighten up any table. With vibrant colors and mouthwatering flavors, it’s not just an appetizer; it’s an experience that everyone will love. Easy to prepare in just 25 minutes, you’ll have more time to enjoy the festivities!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 baguette
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1/2 cup cranberry pepper jelly
- 1/4 cup fresh chives
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Optional: additional chives for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice the baguette into 1/2-inch pieces and arrange on a baking sheet. Brush lightly with olive oil.
- Toast in the oven for 8-10 minutes until golden and crisp.
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, chopped chives, salt, and pepper until creamy.
- Cool the toasted baguette slightly, then spread the cream cheese mixture generously on each slice.
- Top with cranberry pepper jelly and garnish with additional chives if desired.
- Serve immediately for best results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bruschetta
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg