Description
Goat cheese stuffed mini peppers are a vibrant appetizer that combines the sweetness of mini bell peppers with creamy, tangy goat cheese. Perfect for parties or casual gatherings, these colorful bites are easy to prepare and guaranteed to impress your guests. Roasted to perfection, each pepper offers a delightful flavor explosion in every bite. Serve them warm or at room temperature for a delicious addition to any menu.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 mini bell peppers
- 8 oz creamy goat cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh basil, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Wash mini bell peppers, slice them in half lengthwise, and remove seeds.
- In a bowl, mix softened goat cheese, chopped basil, and garlic powder until smooth.
- Generously fill each pepper half with the goat cheese mixture.
- Place the stuffed peppers in the baking dish, drizzle with olive oil, and roast for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed pepper (30g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider mixing in sun-dried tomatoes or olives into the cheese filling. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes.