Cream Cheese Stuffed Mini Peppers for Light, Flavorful Snacking
Cream Cheese Stuffed Mini Peppers are vibrant, low-calorie snacks perfect for any gathering.
Equipment
- - Mixing bowl
- - Baking sheet
- refrigerator
Ingredients
For the Filling
- 8 oz Cream Cheese softened
- 1 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese shredded
- 2 tbsp Chives fresh, chopped
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1 tsp Onion Powder
- 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
For the Peppers
- 12 Mini Bell Peppers
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Slice the mini bell peppers in half lengthwise and remove the seeds.
- Mix the filling by combining cream cheese, cheddar cheese, chives, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper.
- Stuff the pepper halves with the cheese mixture.
Cooking
- For serving cold, chill the stuffed peppers in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
- For roasting, arrange the peppers on a baking sheet and roast for 8 minutes, then broil for 1-2 minutes.
- Garnish with extra chives or crushed red pepper before serving.
Notes
Optional: Serve with a zesty dip for added flavor.