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Cream Cheese Stuffed Mini Peppers

Cream Cheese Stuffed Mini Peppers: A Flavorful Delight

Cream Cheese Stuffed Mini Peppers are flavorful, healthy bites perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Appetizers
Cuisine American
Servings 6 peppers
Calories 80 kcal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • mixing bowl
  • Fork
  • spoon or piping bag

Ingredients
  

For the Peppers

  • 12 pieces mini sweet peppers

For the Filling

  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ¼ cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon onion powder
  • salt and pepper to taste

For Garnish

  • chopped chives for garnish

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Cut the tops off each mini sweet pepper and remove the seeds and membranes, keeping the peppers intact.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.
  • Fill each mini pepper with the cheese mixture, slightly overstuffing them, and arrange on the baking sheet.
  • Bake for 15-20 minutes until the peppers are tender and cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Let the stuffed peppers cool for a few minutes, then sprinkle with chopped chives before serving.
  • Serve warm and enjoy with a spicy dipping sauce if desired.

Notes

For storage, keep leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pepperCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 0.5mg
Keyword Cream Cheese Stuffed Mini Peppers, easy appetizers, healthy appetizers, party snacks, simple recipes, vegetarian snacks
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