Cream Cheese Stuffed Mini Peppers Recipe

Name: Cream Cheese Stuffed Mini Peppers Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 24
Ingredients: 12 mini sweet peppers; 8 ounces cream cheese; 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese; 1 tbsp. dried chives; 3 tbsp. everything bagel seasoning

Looking for a quick, colorful, and crowd-pleasing appetizer? These Stuffed Mini Peppers are the perfect bite-sized snack! With a creamy, cheesy filling and a sprinkle of Everything Bagel seasoning, they’re loaded with flavor and crunch! Best of all, they take just 15 minutes to make, making them an easy option for parties, game day, or even a fun afternoon snack.

Mini Stuffed Peppers

These stuffed mini peppers are colorful, flavorful, and versatile, making them the best easy appetizer when you want something fancier than chips and dip but without any extra work.

This recipe is my new favorite snack because it’s ready in 10-15 minutes tops. Just grab a big bag of the sweet mini peppers, mix up your savory filling, and boom – Stuffed Mini Peppers with Cream Cheese are ready for your next gathering. No cooking or baking required. You’ll have a hard time finding an easier appetizer or a more delicious quick snack.

Why You’ll Love Stuffed Mini Sweet Peppers

Perfectly bite-sized finger foods. Sweet mini peppers are naturally small and the pepper halves are hollow, making them perfect for stuffing. They’re easy to pop into your mouth, so whether you’re hosting a casual get-together or want to take an appetizer to a party, these Cream Cheese Stuffed Mini Peppers are perfect!
Customizable. You can season these peppers with just about anything – if Everything Bagel is not your favorite, you can make your own seasoning with garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, or even cayenne pepper or red pepper (for a little heat). This flexibility allows you to tailor the zesty filling to whatever flavors you love the best.
A healthy, colorful appetizer. Stuffed mini peppers are not only tasty but also pretty with their bright red, yellow, and orange varieties. And this Stuffed Mini Peppers recipe is vegetarian and naturally keto-friendly so it would be great if you want to steer more toward healthy appetizers.

Ingredients

These simple ingredients are easy to find at grocery stores.

Mini sweet peppers – These little peppers are also called mini bell peppers or just mini peppers. The star of this recipe is the miniature bell peppers, but if you want to spice things up, you can use jalapenos to make fresh Jalapeño Poppers. <- that looks like a delish recipe!

Cream cheese, at room temperature – Cold cream cheese is harder to mix up and sutf into the peppers.

Shredded sharp cheddar cheese – change up the recipe with different kinds of cheese. Mozzarella, Monterey Jack Cheese, or Pepper Jack cheese are also good choices.

Dried chives – you could also add thinly sliced green onions, fresh parsley or any other dried or fresh herbs that you love to the top of the peppers.

Everything Bagel Seasoning

Other Mix-In Ideas for the Creamy Filling:

Crumbled Bacon or Bacon Bits
Parmesan Cheese
Italian Seasoning
Dried Beef

Find the complete recipe with ingredient measurements in the recipe card below.

How to Make Mini Stuffed Peppers

This is a great recipe to make when you’re in a pinch and need a delicious appetizer that’s ready in a jiffy.

Remove the tops of the sweet mini peppers, and slice in half, removing the seeds and ribs.
In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, shredded cheese, chives, and about 1 tbsp. of the everything bagel seasoning together, until well combined.
Stuff the small peppers with the cream cheese mixture. You can do this with a spoon or place the cream cheese filling in a piping bag and cut the end off to pipe it into each pepper half.
Sprinkle the stuffed peppers with more of the everything bagel seasoning and place in a single layer on a serving platter!
If you’re traveling with them, cover them with plastic wrap.

creamy cheese filling mixed up in a mixing bowl

mini sweet peppers cut in half and stuffed with cream cheese filling

mini sweet peppers cut in half and stuffed with cream cheese filling then sprinkled with Everything Bagel seasoning

Pro Tips

The Easy Way. If you want to keep things neat, try spooning the filling into a piping bag or a zip-top bag with the corner snipped off. This will help you fill the peppers without making a mess.

Storage. Keep leftover stuffed mini peppers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Roasted Option. Would you like to serve them warm? Preheat your oven to 400°F and place the stuffed peppers on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for about 15 minutes, until the peppers are tender and the cheese is melted and golden.

Serving Suggestions

Charcuterie Board: add these to a savory charcuterie board for more color and texture!

Kids Lunch: Encourage your kids to eat more veggies by packing a few of these in their lunch boxes for lunch or snack time.

FAQ

Can I prepare stuffed mini peppers ahead of time?

Yes, you can stuff the peppers and store them in the fridge for a few hours before serving. Just cover them well to keep the filling fresh. Keep in mind, the longer they sit, the less crunchy they’ll be though!

What if I don’t have cream cheese?

Ricotta or goat cheese makes a lovely substitute, offering a slightly different texture and flavor, but just as creamy.

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