Description
Spicy cream cheese stuffed peppers bring Mexican-inspired comfort to dinner tables with zesty southwestern flair. These colorful pepper boats deliver creamy, cheesy goodness packed with bold flavors you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 12 mini bell peppers, halved and deseeded
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup (56 grams) shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup (25 grams) grated Parmesan cheese
Herbs and Seasonings:
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Cooking Ingredient:
- Olive oil for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400F (200C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper for optimal roasting surface.
- Craft a creamy filling by thoroughly blending cream cheese, cheddar, Parmesan, chives, parsley, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until achieving a smooth, uniform consistency.
- Carefully distribute the cheese mixture into each pepper half, ensuring generous and even filling that slightly mounds above the pepper’s edge.
- Arrange the stuffed peppers on the lined baking sheet, then delicately drizzle with a light coating of olive oil to enhance flavor and promote golden browning.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, monitoring until peppers become tender and the cheese topping transforms into a golden, bubbling surface with slight caramelization.
- After removing from the oven, allow the peppers to rest for a few minutes, which helps the filling set and reduces the risk of burning while serving.
Notes
- Cheese Selection Matters: Choose full-fat cream cheese for a richer, creamier filling that melts beautifully and provides better texture.
- Pepper Prep Tip: Remove seeds and membranes carefully to create a clean, smooth surface for stuffing and ensure even cooking.
- Temperature Control: Watch peppers closely during baking to prevent burning, as smaller peppers cook faster than larger ones.
- Dietary Adaptations: Swap dairy cheeses with plant-based alternatives for vegan versions, or use low-fat cheeses for a lighter option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg