Cheesy Bacon Stuffed Mini Peppers – A Crowd-Pleasing Appetizer

These Cheesy Bacon Stuffed Mini Peppers are creamy, savory, and loaded with cheesy flavor! Perfect for game days, potlucks, or low-carb snacks, this easy appetizer brings together crispy bacon, smooth cream cheese, and sweet mini peppers for the ultimate bite-sized treat.

 Ingredients

• 8 mini sweet peppers, halved and deseeded

• 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened

• 6 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled

• 1 teaspoon minced garlic

• ¾ cup shredded cheddar cheese

• 2 tablespoons sour cream

• Optional: chopped green onions or chives for garnish

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven

• Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

• Line a baking tray with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

2. Prepare the Filling

• In a medium bowl, mix together the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, sour cream, garlic, and crumbled bacon.

• Stir until well combined and smooth.

3. Fill the Peppers

• Slice the mini peppers in half lengthwise and remove seeds.

• Spoon the creamy bacon-cheese mixture into each pepper half, filling generously.

4. Bake

• Arrange stuffed peppers on the prepared baking tray.

• Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until the filling is hot and slightly golden on top.

5. Garnish and Serve

• Top with green onions or fresh chives, if desired.

• Serve warm as a finger food or appetizer.

 Tips & Variations

• Use jalapeños instead of mini peppers if you like heat.

• Swap bacon with turkey bacon or veggie bacon for dietary needs.

• Add a touch of paprika or cayenne for smoky or spicy flavor.

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