Cream Cheese-Fruit Jam- Chipotle Appetizer

Jun 01, 2023June 1, 20230 3

Creamy and spicy appetizer made with cream cheese, fruit jam, and chipotle chile in adobo

Cream Cheese-Fruit Jam- Chipotle Appetizer

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

10 min

Cook

5 min

Ready In

15 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	8 ounces cream cheese
	200 g strawberries or 200 g orange marmalade
	1 chipotle chile in adobo

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

241

Sugar

15g

Fat

18g

This Cream Cheese-Fruit Jam-Chipotle Appetizer is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for entertaining friends or family. The combination of cream cheese and fruit jam is a classic appetizer pairing, and the addition of chipotle chile in adobo gives it a spicy kick that takes it to the next level. This dish is a great way to add some variety to your appetizer spread and is sure to be a hit with guests of all ages.

Instructions

1.	In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the fruit jam and the chipotle chile in adobo. Cook until the ingredients are well combined and the sauce has thickened.
2.	In a separate bowl, use a hand mixer or a whisk to beat the cream cheese until it is smooth and creamy.
3.	Spoon the cream cheese onto a serving platter and use the back of a spoon to spread it into an even layer.
4.	Pour the fruit jam mixture over the cream cheese, spreading it evenly to cover the entire surface.
5.	Serve the appetizer immediately with crackers or toasted baguette slices.

PROS

This appetizer is a great way to add some spice and flavor to your next party or get-together.

The creamy texture of the cream cheese and the sweetness of the fruit jam help balance out the heat from the chipotle chile.

It’s also easy to make and can be prepared ahead of time.

CONS

While this appetizer is delicious, it can be high in calories and fat due to the cream cheese.

It’s best to enjoy this dish in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this appetizer is not particularly healthy, the chipotle chile in adobo has been linked to several health benefits.
It contains capsaicin, which has anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving properties.
It also may help boost metabolism and aid in weight loss.