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Cream cheese stuffed mini peppers

Updated: March 12, 2023 / Posted: March 27, 2022 / By Sujatha Muralidhar This post may contain affiliate links· As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases·

Recipe
cream cheese stuffed mini peppers

Searching for a party appetizer that could steal everyone’s heart, this cream cheese stuffed mini peppers could be the BEST one to choose from. 

Easy and versatile recipe to serve as an appetizer or main dish. Made with sweet mini peppers, cream cheese, rice, and quinoa.

Each bite of this cream cheese stuffed baby bell peppers will make you feel like you're already been to the game day party.

This sweet mini peppers stuffed with cream cheese is light and not quite as large as this lentil stuff bell pepper recipe. But it is just as satisfying as what the regular stuffed bell pepper recipe can provide you with the taste and the flavors.

We wanted the filling for these cream cheese stuffed mini peppers on the light note. So we have added quinoa and rice to give a satisfying feeling like this goat cheese stuffed mini peppers recipe.

This is truly an amazing experience of making and involving everyone in the family in preparing and relishing. 

Let’s get into the recipe, it’s not difficult anymore. Whether a game day party or a family dinner you can create your own stuffed pepper at any day of the week.

Ingredients required for cream cheese stuffed baby peppers

Mini sweet peppers. Irrespective of the local harvest season, these peppers are available throughout the year. That gives an advantage of enjoying this spicy appetizer any day, any time.

Cream cheese. I opted for low-fat cream cheese in this cream cheese stuffed mini peppers. Yet it did not compromise on the final dish’s taste. It provides a creamy interior texture and a pleasant taste.

Cheese. Sharp cheddar is the right choice to match up with the flavors of the peppers.

Mayo. Acts as a binding agent. Looking for a healthy swap? Choose greek yogurt instead.

Garlic powder. An essential ingredient to bring up all the flavors together, plus it is also a flavor enhancer. 

Quinoa and rice. I have added this combination as I have it in the kitchen already. The quinoa and the rice both have two different textures that work great in this cream cheese stuffed mini peppers recipe. However you may opt in either one of these depending on the availability or your personal choice. 

Red pepper flakes. To spice up the dish that provides perfect heat that matches up our expectations.

How to make cream cheese stuffed mini peppers

Prepping

Preheat the oven to 375°F.

Slice mini sweet peppers into half. And roast them for about 8 to 10 minutes or until the edges appear to shrink slightly. You may look into this roasted mini peppers for detailed instructions.

Allow them to cool down to room temperature.

Making the filling

In the meantime, in a medium sized mixing bowl, add quinoa, rice, cream cheese, mayo, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, red pepper flakes, and salt. 

Use a spoon to stir and to combine all the ingredients together and until no clumps are seen.

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Then using a small spoon, scoop the filling. And start stuffing inside the pepper’s cavity. 

Repeat the same procedure for the remaining halves of the mini peppers.

Bake

Now arrange these stuffed peppers in a baking tray. And bake it for about 10-12 minutes or until the cheese starts to turn golden brown on the top. 

Remove it from the oven. Serve them hot or cold.

Tips and Variations for cream cheese stuffed mini peppers

Yield. This recipe is good to serve for about four servings. 

Storage. Refrigerate the leftovers in an airtight container for about 3-5 days.

Freeze. When planning to store cream cheese stuffed mini peppers for a longer time, you may freeze up to 3-5 months. And to thaw, allow them to be in the refrigerator overnight or gently microwave until it turns warm.

Barley. Substitute the quinoa and rice with other grains like barley, and this tastes with great texture as well, like this barley stuffed pepper.

Bacon. Get ready to get applause by trying this bacon wrapped stuffed mini peppers. A party friendly variation.

No cream cheese. To cut down the fat, you may also make stuffed mini peppers without cream cheese, by altering with Greek yogurt, or ricotta cheese. For a detailed instructions check this no-cream cheese stuffed jalapeno recipe.

Tools suggested for making this recipe 

Baking tray. The standard baking tray is always the best for baking.

Mixing bowl. Nest mixing bowls are awesome, that does not occupy much of the cabinet space.
Chef’s knife. Though we need the knife to simply slice the peppers, the sharp precise knife makes a difference.

This cream cheese stuffed mini peppers is the BEST. Easy recipe to serve as an appetizer/main dish, in a party or weeknight dinner.

Cream cheese stuffed mini peppers

This cream cheese stuffed mini peppers is the BEST. Easy recipe to serve as an appetizer/main dish, in a party or weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Calories: 408kcal

Ingredients

  • 12 mini peppers
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • ½ cup sharp cheddar cheese
  • 2 tablespoon mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ cup quinoa /rice-cooked
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • ⅙ teaspoon salt

Instructions

Prepping the peppers

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  • Slice the mini peppers into half.
  • Place them in the baking tray by placing the open side facing upwards.
  • And bake it in the oven for 5-7 minutes or until the edges wilts.
  • Remove it from the oven, and allow it to cool down.

Make the filling

  • In a mixing bowl, add cream cheese, sharp cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, garlic powder, cooked quinoa, red pepper flakes, and salt.
  • Stir until all the ingredients combined together.

Stuff the mixture

  • Use a small spoon to scoop the cream cheese mixture and fill the cavity of the pepper.
  • And fill the rest of the mini peppers as well.

Bake

  • Arrange the cream cheese stuffed peppers in the baking tray without crowding.
  • And bake it for up to 10-12 minutes or until the cheese starts turning golden brown on the top.
  • Remove it from the oven and Enjoy!!

Notes

Storage. Refrigerate the leftovers in an airtight container for about 3-5 days.
Freeze. When planning to store this cream cheese mini peppers for a longer time, you may freeze up to 3-5 months.
To thaw. Allow them to be in the refrigerator overnight or gently microwave for 30 seconds.

Nutrition

Calories: 408kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 74mg | Sodium: 425mg | Potassium: 403mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 3689IU | Vitamin C: 108mg | Calcium: 174mg | Iron: 2mg
Course Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Keyword cream cheese stuffed mini peppers
Author Sujatha Muralidhar

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Comments

  1. Tara

    April 23, 2022 at 12:33 pm

    Oh yum! These mini peppers do look like the perfect appetizer! I absolutely love all those flavors.

    Reply
    • PepperBowl

      June 07, 2022 at 12:23 pm

      Thank you Tara!

      Reply
    • PepperBowl

      June 11, 2022 at 11:45 am

      So glad you enjoyed it, Tara!

      Reply
  2. Holley

    April 23, 2022 at 3:17 pm

    These are super easy to make and delicious! The perfect appetizer!

    Reply
    • PepperBowl

      June 07, 2022 at 12:24 pm

      Amazing, Holley! So glad you have enjoy this recipe!

      Reply
    • PepperBowl

      June 11, 2022 at 11:45 am

      Enjoy, Holley!

      Reply
  3. Beth

    April 23, 2022 at 3:48 pm

    These are perfect! Quick, easy and a crowd pleaser! I know they are an appetizer recipe but I could eat these as a meal! Yum!

    Reply
    • PepperBowl

      June 07, 2022 at 12:24 pm

      Glad to hear it, Beth!

      Reply
    • PepperBowl

      June 11, 2022 at 11:46 am

      Yeah! It was an absolute deliciousness!

      Reply
  4. Heather

    April 23, 2022 at 3:53 pm

    Love these as an appetizer! What a fun twist on the usual jalapeno poppers..and like the addition of adding rice/quinoa to bulk it up too. Can't wait to try!

    Reply
    • PepperBowl

      June 07, 2022 at 12:25 pm

      So glad you enjoyed it, Heather!

      Reply
    • PepperBowl

      June 11, 2022 at 11:46 am

      Yay! So happy to hear that, Heather!

      Reply
  5. Anita

    April 23, 2022 at 4:44 pm

    This looks so good and would make for an amazing appetizer.

    Reply
    • PepperBowl

      June 07, 2022 at 12:25 pm

      Enjoy, Anitha!

      Reply
    • PepperBowl

      June 11, 2022 at 11:47 am

      So happy to hear that, Anitha!

      Reply
  6. Cara Campbell

    April 24, 2022 at 10:48 am

    These little peppers were so delicious, the perfect appetizer!

    Reply
    • PepperBowl

      June 07, 2022 at 12:26 pm

      I agree you!

      Reply
    • PepperBowl

      June 11, 2022 at 11:47 am

      So glad you enjoyed it, Cara!

      Reply
  7. Shadi

    August 29, 2022 at 11:40 am

    Oh wow, this looks so delicious. My family is going to devour it!

    Reply
  8. Kathleen

    August 29, 2022 at 11:59 am

    Love how simple these stuffed mini peppers are to make. They are perfect as an appetizer or snack.

    Reply
  9. Nancy

    August 29, 2022 at 12:46 pm

    Wow I wouldn’t have thought to add cream cheese to peppers.

    Reply
  10. Janessa

    August 29, 2022 at 1:27 pm

    Yum, these cream cheese stuffed peppers look delicious!

    Reply
  11. Tayler

    August 29, 2022 at 2:23 pm

    I’ve made these stuffed peppers several times and they’re always a hit! So flavorful and easy to make

    Reply

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