Herbed Goat Cheese Stuffed Mini Peppers – Easy & Elegant Appetizer 🫑🧀🌿
These Herbed Goat Cheese Stuffed Mini Peppers are a colorful, bite-sized delight perfect for parties, picnics, or snacking anytime. Creamy goat cheese with fresh herbs gets packed into sweet mini peppers for a vibrant and savory treat! ✨
Why You’ll Love This Appetizer 💚
- ✅ Fresh & flavorful: Crisp mini peppers paired with creamy, tangy goat cheese.
- ✅ Quick to make: Just 15 minutes from prep to plate.
- ✅ Elegant presentation: A crowd-pleaser for gatherings and holidays.
🛒 Ingredients
- 12 mini sweet peppers, halved and seeds removed
- 6 oz goat cheese (chevre), softened
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley 🌿
- 1 tablespoon chopped chives
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- Optional garnish: chopped walnuts, smoked paprika, or lemon zest 🍋
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
- Prep the peppers: Slice each mini pepper in half lengthwise and remove any seeds.
- Make the filling: In a bowl, combine goat cheese, parsley, chives, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until creamy and well blended.
- Stuff the peppers: Spoon or pipe the herbed goat cheese into each pepper half.
- Optional garnish: Top with crushed walnuts, smoked paprika, or a sprinkle of lemon zest for added flair.
- Serve: Arrange on a platter and serve chilled or at room temperature. 🌿🧀
💡 Pro Tips & Flavor Variations
- ✨ Make ahead: Prepare filling up to 2 days in advance and assemble before serving.
- ✨ Add a kick: Mix in crushed red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce to the cheese blend.
- ✨ Not a goat cheese fan? Substitute with cream cheese or a whipped feta spread.
🥡 Storage Tips
- 🧊 Fridge: Store stuffed peppers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- 🚫 No freezing: The texture of the cheese will change when thawed.
🧮 Nutrition (Per 2 halves)
- Calories: ~70
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Fat: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
Serve These at Your Next Gathering! 🧀🌿
These mini peppers are proof that the simplest things can be the most delicious. Try them for your next party, picnic, or quick snack board—pin the recipe, leave a comment, and enjoy the compliments! 🫑💚
