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Halloween Brain Dip Appetizer

Creepy Halloween Brain Dip Appetizer: 3 Ingredients for Fun

Enjoy a spooky yet delicious Halloween Brain Dip Appetizer with just three simple ingredients that will impress your guests.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Dip
  • 8 ounces Boursin cheese Can be replaced with any soft, herbed cheese
  • 8 ounces Cream cheese Opt for low-fat for a lighter option
  • 1/4 cup Red pepper jelly Thin with warm water for drizzling

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • brain-shaped mold
  • Spatula
  • small bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Combine Boursin cheese and softened cream cheese in a mixing bowl using an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy.
  2. Scoop the cheese mixture into a brain-shaped mold, pressing it down gently to remove air pockets. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  3. Remove the mold from the refrigerator, take off the plastic wrap, and gently invert the mold onto a serving platter.
  4. Mix red pepper jelly with a tablespoon of warm water until it reaches drizzling consistency, then pour it over the dip.
  5. Serve the creepy brain dip with crackers, veggie sticks, or toasted bread, allowing it to sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 3gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Make ahead for best results, allowing flavors to meld. Ensure the jelly is thinned for the best presentation.

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