Description
These Pimento Cheese Stuffed Mini Peppers are the perfect bite-sized appetizer for any gathering. Creamy, cheesy, and with a hint of spice, they are sure to be a hit!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Pimento Cheese Filling:
- 1 pound mini sweet peppers (halved lengthwise and seeded)
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 1/2 cup cream cheese (softened)
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup diced pimentos (drained)
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For Garnish:
- Chopped fresh chives for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, prepare the pimento cheese filling: Combine shredded cheddar, cream cheese, mayonnaise, pimentos, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.
- Stuff the mini peppers: Spoon or pipe the pimento cheese mixture into the halved mini peppers.
- Garnish and serve: Arrange the stuffed peppers on a platter. Garnish with fresh chives if desired. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to enjoy.
Notes
- Make ahead and chill for up to 24 hours.
- Add a dash of hot sauce for a spicy kick.
- For a warm, melty version, broil the stuffed peppers for 1–2 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 halves
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
