Star-Shaped Cheese Appetizers with Red Hot Pepper Jelly

A festive and flavorful treat, these cheese-filled puff pastry stars topped with red hot pepper jelly are the perfect combination of creamy, spicy, and crispy. They’re an eye-catching addition to any gathering!

Ingredients:

1 sheet puff pastry (store-bought or homemade)

8 oz cream cheese, softened

1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese

½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 tbsp Dijon mustard

½ tsp garlic powder

¼ tsp salt

¼ tsp black pepper

1 egg (for egg wash)

¼ cup red hot pepper jelly (or more as needed)

Fresh parsley or chives for garnish (optional)

Instructions: