Cream Cheese Stuffed Mini Peppers: Fresh, Fun, Low-Cal Snack
Delight in these Cream Cheese Stuffed Mini Peppers, a vibrant, low-calorie snack perfect for gatherings.
Equipment
- Baking sheet
- Mixing bowl
- small spoon
Ingredients
For the Filling
- 8 oz Cream Cheese at room temperature
- 1 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese or preferred cheese
- 2 tbsp Chives fresh or dried
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1 tsp Onion Powder
- 1 tsp Black Pepper to taste
For the Peppers
- 12 pieces Mini Bell Peppers assorted colors
Optional Garnishes
- 2 tbsp Chopped Chives
- 1 tsp Crushed Red Pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) if you plan to roast the peppers.
- Prepare the mini peppers by slicing them in half lengthwise and removing the seeds.
- Mix the filling by combining the softened cream cheese, sharp cheddar cheese, chives, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper in a bowl until well blended.
- Stuff each mini pepper half generously with the cheese mixture.
- Bake the stuffed peppers on a baking sheet for about 8 minutes.
- Garnish your peppers with additional chopped chives or a sprinkle of crushed red pepper before serving.
Notes
Serve with a side of your favorite dipping sauce for added flavor. These can be served cold as well, and flavors meld beautifully when prepared a few hours in advance and chilled.