Cream Cheese Stuffed Mini Peppers: Your New Favorite Healthy Snack
Delightful Cream Cheese Stuffed Mini Peppers are a low-calorie, versatile appetizer that everyone will love.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Baking sheet
- Oven
- Air fryer
Ingredients
For the Peppers
- 8 pieces Mini Bell Peppers
For the Filling
- 8 oz Cream Cheese softened
- 1 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese shredded
- 2 tbsp Chives chopped
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1 tsp Onion Powder optional
- 1/2 tsp Black Pepper to taste
Optional Garnish
- 1 tsp Crushed Red Pepper Flakes to taste
Instructions
How to Make Cream Cheese Stuffed Mini Peppers
- Halve the mini bell peppers carefully and remove their seeds. You can choose to keep the stems intact for a lovely presentation or remove them if you prefer.
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, chives, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Mix until well combined and creamy, with no lumps in sight.
- Using a small spoon, generously stuff each pepper half with the cream cheese mixture. Ensure they’re filled to the brim for that perfect creamy bite!
- Serve your stuffed peppers fresh and cold, or prepare for roasting! If roasting, preheat your oven to 400°F, place the stuffed peppers on a baking sheet, and roast for 8 minutes. Then, switch to broil for 1-2 minutes until the tops are beautifully browned.
- Once done, garnish them with additional chives or a sprinkle of crushed red pepper flakes for an added kick. They’re ready to shine at your next gathering!
Notes
Drizzle with a light ranch dressing before serving for an extra layer of flavor. These peppers can be made ahead and stored for convenience.