Cheesy Stuffed Mini Peppers Horseradish
- Vibrant mini sweet peppers filled with creamy, zesty horseradish cheese filling.
- These two-bite appetizers deliver the perfect balance of sweetness, creaminess, and spicy kick.
- Ideal for parties, game days, or as a flavorful starter to any meal.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 20
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 16-20 pieces (serves 6-8 as an appetizer) 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 16–20 mini sweet peppers (about 1 lb)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2–3 tbsp prepared horseradish (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Slice the tops off each mini pepper and carefully remove seeds and membranes.
- In a medium bowl, combine softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, horseradish, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth and well-blended.
- Taste the filling and adjust seasonings if needed.
- Fill each pepper with the cheese mixture, pressing gently to eliminate air pockets.
- Arrange stuffed peppers upright on prepared baking sheet and drizzle lightly with olive oil.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until peppers are tender and filling is golden and bubbly.
- Let cool for 3-5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a more stable base, slice a tiny bit off the bottom of each pepper so they stand upright.
- The heat level can be adjusted by increasing or decreasing the amount of horseradish.
- For make-ahead preparation, stuff peppers up to 24 hours in advance and refrigerate until ready to bake.
- Nutrition facts are estimates and may vary based on ingredients used, portion sizes, and preparation methods.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2-3 stuffed peppers
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 210
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Unsaturated Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 6
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 5
- Cholesterol: 30
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