Easy 3-Ingredient Pepper Jelly Cream Cheese Dip combines creamy cheese and sweet-spicy jelly for a simple and crowd-pleasing appetizer.
8 ounces block cream cheese softened
1/2 to 3/4 cup red or green pepper jelly
Optional small squeeze fresh lemon juice or pinch black pepper
Place softened cream cheese on a serving plate and smooth the top.
Drizzle lemon juice or sprinkle black pepper if using.
Spoon pepper jelly evenly over the cream cheese.
Chill briefly if desired, then serve with crackers or bread.
Allow cream cheese to soften for easier dipping. Choose jelly heat level according to preference.