Mini Stuffed Peppers Recipe - A Spicy Perspective (2024)

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This ridiculously easy3-Ingredient Mini Stuffed Peppers Recipe will wow your party guests, while keeping you at ease. It’s sure to be your new go-to appetizer recipe.

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Why We Love Mini Stuffed Peppers

Sometimes the most simple things in life are the best.

I am sure you have made stuffed peppers before, but have you ever considered using mini peppers instead? They are so sweet, crunchy, and perfectly portioned for a simple appetizer.

All you need is three ingredients and 10 minutes to make these super flavorful cheese stuffed peppers!

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Mini Sweet Peppers

This recipe is inspired by a recipe made by one of my neighbors, Mae. Let me tell you, she can cook. Anytime we get together, I can’t wait to see what she is going to whip up. This time, it was an appetizer. A simple recipe involving mini bell peppers, goat cheese, and a sprinkling of paprika.

Mind blown.

These 3-Ingredient Stuffed Mini Peppers Recipe are so addictive, you’ll find you make them again and again.

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Simple Stuffed Mini Peppers

It made me reminisceon just howoften I over-do, in every area of my life. Family plans, dinner plans, craft projects, etc. It’s like a disease.

Yet, often the simplest things in life are what we cherish most from day to day. Afavorite song on the radio. A kindnote from a friend. A piece of good chocolate.

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Ingredients You Need

Using only three grocery items, you can bake up 3-ingredient Stuffed Mini Peppers in 10 minutes.

  • Small peppers (mini bell peppers and/or jalapeños)
  • Garlic and herb-flavored goat cheese
  • A light drizzle of honey
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Mini Pepper Tips & Tricks

  • Use creamy, not crumbly goat cheese! Make sure you choose a chevre goat cheese, since this kind is super cream.
  • Don’t over stuff! Make sure you fill the peppers just until each is filled to the edge. You don’t want to over-stuff and have too much cheese-to-pepper ratio!
  • Leave the stem on for easy eating. The stem is great to leave on because you can use that as a little handle when eating them. Serve with a little bowl for people to discard their stems!
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What Can I Add to This Mini Sweet Pepper Recipe?

The base combination of mini peppers and goat cheese is extremely versatile.To mix things up, consider adding crumbled chorizo or toasted nuts. The possibilities are endless.

But remember to keep it simple.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How else can I cook stuffed mini peppers?

Besides the oven, you can cook these stuffed peppers in the smoker or on the grill! In the smoker, cook on high for about 30 minutes until the cheese is bubbling. This will infuse a lovely smokey flavor. On the grill, cook at a medium heat for about 20 minutes!

How should I serve this stuffed peppers appetizer?

These peppers are best right out of the oven when they are warm and bubbly. I recommend serving them right away on a platter to prevent anyone getting burnt. You can serve alongside other appetizers like my sunburst pull apart bread, jalapeño hushpuppies, and some homemade mozz sticks!

See the Recipe Card Below for How to Make Mini Stuffed Peppers. Enjoy!

Other stuffed recipes you might like:

  • Best Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms
  • Chicken Pot Pie Stuffed Peppers (Video)
  • Keto Creole Shrimp Stuffed Avocado
  • Crunchy Jalapeno Bacon Stuffed Mushrooms

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Mini Stuffed Peppers Recipe

Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes

Total Time: 20 minutes minutes

Easy 3-Ingredient Stuffed Mini Peppers Recipe that will delight your party guests! This simple appetizer recipe is loaded with flavor and so easy to make.

Servings: 12

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 pounds mini bell peppers or a mix of mini bell peppers and jalapeños
  • 12 ounces garlic and herb seasoned chevre goat cheese
  • 1 tablespoon honey

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.

  • Cut all the peppers in half lengthwise and remove any seeds. Lay them cut-side-up on the baking sheet. Spoon the seasoned goat cheese into the center of each pepper half.

  • Lightly drizzle the peppers with honey, and sprinkle with salt if desired. You can also garnish them with fresh herbs if you like, but it’s not necessary. Bake for 10 minutes, then serve warm.

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Notes

Optional Toppings: Various herbs, crumbled bacon or chorizo, balsamic glaze, smoked paprika, toasted nuts.

Nutrition

Serving: 2Pepper Halves, Calories: 97kcal, Carbohydrates: 4g, Protein: 5g, Fat: 6g, Saturated Fat: 4g, Cholesterol: 13mg, Sodium: 106mg, Potassium: 127mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 4g, Vitamin A: 2070IU, Vitamin C: 72.4mg, Calcium: 44mg, Iron: 0.8mg

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: American

Author: Sommer Collier

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FAQs

Are mini peppers spicy? ›

Unlike many of its spicy relatives, the mini sweet pepper does not have any heat, it does not register on the Scoville scale at all because it does not produce any capsaicin. Mini sweet peppers can be used in any application that would normally call for bell peppers.

Should you soften peppers before stuffing them? ›

I definitely suggest par-cooking the bell peppers first, just a little bit before stuffing them. Not only does this help to soften the bell peppers, but it also cuts down on your cook time. As the bell peppers are cooking you can make the filling, shaving off about 20 minutes from your total cook time.

Why are stuffed peppers bland? ›

The problem stems from the common practice of boiling the peppers to start. The goal is to tenderize them before they're stuffed and baked, but generally the poor fellas are over-boiled, which results in their tendency to fall apart and, as noted, be flavorless.

How do you keep stuffed peppers from falling apart? ›

Some recipes will instruct you to submerge the peppers in boiling water for as long as 15 minutes. But if you've had trouble with executing nicely textured stuffed peppers before, consider shortening the time you spend boiling or blanching the peppers to just a few minutes, if not eliminating this step altogether.

What tiny red pepper is extremely spicy? ›

Pequin peppers are very small chili peppers that pack a punch of heat. The pods ripen to a vibrant red, and offer a spicy, nutty, smoky flavor.

What are the tiny red peppers that are not spicy? ›

Cherry peppers or Pimento (or Pimiento) are red, heart-shaped peppers that are mild, sweet and smell like a supercharged red bell pepper. They are most often found jarred, and can add sweet pepper flavor to a dish similar to roasted red peppers.

What makes peppers taste spicy? ›

The “hot” in hot peppers is due to capsaicin (C18h27nO3), a colorless, odorless oil-like compound found in the fruit of a plant that is a close relative of the tomato. Capsaicin is primarily found in the membrane that holds the seeds.

Are you supposed to eat the pepper in stuffed peppers? ›

Cook the meat before stuffing the peppers. I also parboil my peppers so they are easier to stuff. The flavor the peppers impart to the dish is amazing. Don't forget to eat the peppers!

Do peppers get less spicy when you cook them? ›

Cooking also helps reduce the heat while still providing plenty of flavor to a dish. The capsaicin, the compound behind the spiciness and heat of chili peppers, starts to break down around 400 degrees Fahrenheit, so even a little time on the grill or oven may help. Habaneros also get hotter as they ripen.

Do you have to boil peppers before stuffing them? ›

The peppers need to be par-cooked before filling so that they cook through. Many recipes call for boiling the peppers first, but I prefer to roast them – more flavor and less cleanup!

What do mini peppers taste like? ›

Their texture becomes tender and slightly smoky, imparting a rich, sweet flavor to cooked dishes. Cooked sweet mini peppers can be stuffed with fillings, added to pasta, pizza, or used as a flavorful topping for proteins, offering a sweeter and mellower taste compared to their raw form.

Can you just eat mini peppers? ›

You can eat mini sweet peppers just like you would eat something like baby carrots. Just dunk them in things like hummus, ranch dressing, or blue cheese dressing and gobble them up. We like to roast them in the oven sometimes for extra flavor and to switch things up.

Do mini peppers taste different? ›

You can use mini sweet peppers the same way you would bell peppers, but their extra sweet flavor makes them an arguably better addition to recipes than their larger counterparts!

Are baby bell peppers spicy? ›

Sweet pepper varieties also include mini sweet peppers and baby bells which are special varieties grown for their size and shape. But don't let the color or shape fool you – they are still sweet mild peppers perfect for snacking or using in recipes. Hot peppers are the polar opposite of sweet peppers.

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