Classic Cheese and Everything Bagel-Stuffed Mini Peppers
These mini peppers are filled with a creamy, seasoned cream cheese mixture and topped with everything bagel seasoning, making for a perfect appetizer or snack. Easy to prepare and bursting with flavor.
Equipment
- Paring knife
- Medium bowl
- Spoon or rubber spatula
- Piping bag (optional)
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 12 mini bell peppers
- 8 oz full-fat cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp salt or to taste
- 1/8 tsp black pepper or to taste
- 2-3 tbsp everything bagel seasoning
- 1 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped optional, for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Wash and slice each mini bell pepper in half lengthwise. Remove the seeds and white pith, then arrange them cut-side up.
- In a medium bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Mix the filling ingredients vigorously until completely smooth, ensuring no lumps of cream cheese remain. If using, fold in fresh chives now.
- Spoon or pipe the cream cheese mixture generously into each pepper half.
- Sprinkle a generous amount of everything bagel seasoning over each stuffed pepper, gently pressing it down to adhere.
- Arrange the stuffed peppers on a platter and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the filling to set and flavors to meld.
Notes
For an extra kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the cream cheese mixture. These stuffed peppers can be made a few hours ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator. Use firm, fresh mini peppers for the best texture and visual appeal.