Description
These Pimento Cheese Stuffed Mini Peppers are a deliciously creamy, cheesy appetizer with a perfect balance of flavor and spice. Filled with a rich pimento cheese mixture and topped with melted cheddar, these bite-sized treats make for the ultimate snack or party dish. A perfect choice for quick healthy recipes, easy appetizers, or an irresistible side dish for your next gathering.
Ingredients
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1 (8-oz.) pkg. cream cheese, softened
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1 (4-oz.) jar pimentos, drained
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1/2 tsp. garlic powder
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1/2 tsp. kosher salt
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Pinch of cayenne pepper
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1 3/4 cups shredded cheddar, divided
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1 (1-lb.) bag mini sweet peppers (about 24)
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Sliced chives, for serving
Instructions
Prepare the Filling
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Preheat oven to 400°F and arrange a rack in the center.
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In a large bowl, mix together cream cheese, pimentos, garlic powder, kosher salt, cayenne pepper, and 1 cup of shredded cheddar until smooth.
Stuff the Peppers
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Cut mini peppers in half lengthwise and remove seeds and ribs.
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Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the pimento cheese mixture into each pepper half. Arrange them cut side up on a baking sheet.
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Top each stuffed pepper with the remaining 3/4 cup of shredded cheddar.
Bake the Peppers
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Bake the stuffed peppers in the oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Serve
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Top with sliced chives and serve as a delicious appetizer or snack.
Notes
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You can prepare the pimento cheese filling in advance and refrigerate it until you’re ready to stuff the peppers.
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For an extra kick, add more cayenne pepper or a few dashes of hot sauce to the filling.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 mini peppers
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 35mg