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Cream Cheese Stuffed Mini Peppers

Cream Cheese Stuffed Mini Peppers for Your Perfect Snack Upgrade

Cream Cheese Stuffed Mini Peppers are a colorful, low-carb, gluten-free snack that’s quick to prepare and customizable for any gathering or solo snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 peppers
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese softened for easy mixing
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese can substitute with mozzarella or goat cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder or fresh minced garlic for a stronger taste
  • ¼ cup Chopped Chives or Green Onions or other herbs as desired
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • ½ teaspoon Pepper
For the Peppers
  • 12 pieces Mini Sweet Peppers colorful varieties recommended
Optional Enhancements
  • ½ cup Bacon Bits for added flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Everything Bagel Seasoning for crunch
  • to taste Hot Sauce for a spicy kick
  • ¼ cup Fresh Herbs like parsley, dill, or basil

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • mixing bowl
  • Hand Mixer
  • spoon
  • piping bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Rinse the mini sweet peppers under cool water, slice them in half lengthwise, and remove the seeds.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, chives, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  4. Stuff each pepper half with the cheese mixture using a spoon or piping bag.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 15 minutes until the peppers are tender and the cheese is melted.
  6. Serve warm with optional garnishes or chill in the refrigerator for later.

Nutrition

Serving: 3piecesCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 130mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Great for gatherings, and can be made ahead of time. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

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