Description
Get ready to impress your guests with these colorful stuffed mini bell peppers, filled with creamy cheese and fresh herbs. This Halloween-inspired dish combines vibrant flavors and playful presentation, making it the perfect addition to your spooky gathering. Quick to prepare and effortlessly delicious, these bites will have everyone coming back for more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 mini bell peppers, halved and seeded
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh chives, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup sliced black olives
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, cheddar cheese, chives, parsley, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Stuff each pepper half generously with the cheese mixture.
- Top each stuffed pepper with sliced olives to create 'eyes.'
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and bubbly. Serve warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Halloween
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed pepper half - approximately 30g
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Substitute ingredients based on dietary preferences; goat cheese or dairy-free options work well. For added heat, include a pinch of cayenne or switch up the herbs for a different flavor profile.