Keto Cream Cheese Stuffed Mini Peppers That’ll Vanish From the Plate

You know those days where you want to eat something that looks fancy, tastes amazing, but you barely have the energy to boil water? Yeah, I’ve had a few too many of those. That’s where Cream Cheese Stuffed Mini Peppers come in. They’re low-carb, taste like a treat, and somehow feel like a cheat even when they’re totally keto.

If you’re after Healthy Foods That Taste Good, or just need a go-to Low Carb Appetizer that won’t get the side-eye at parties, this one’s for you. Whether you’re into Baked Stuffed Mini Sweet Peppers, tossing ’em on the grill, or giving them a spin in the air fryer, we’ve got all the options covered.

Let’s get into it. No fluff. Just good food.

Why Mini Peppers? And Why Cream Cheese?

Mini sweet peppers are small, bright, and not spicy at all. You can grab a whole bag of them at the grocery store, and they stay fresh for a while in the fridge. They’re naturally sweet (but still low in carbs) and hold their shape really well when cooked.

And then there’s cream cheese. It’s smooth, creamy, and turns into the dreamiest stuffing when mixed with a few pantry staples. Add some chicken or sausage? Even better. Want heat? Add jalapeños. This recipe isn’t locked in. You can change it up a hundred ways.

You’ll be using these as Stuffed Sweet Mini Peppers Appetizers, game-day snacks, or even weekday lunches. My kids eat them like candy. No joke.

What You’ll Need

Here’s the base recipe—nothing fancy, nothing hard to find. And feel free to double or triple it. These disappear fast.

Ingredients:

• 15–20 Mini Sweet Peppers
• 8 oz block of cream cheese (softened)
• 1 cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional mix-ins:
  • 1/2 cup cooked, shredded chicken (for Cream Cheese Chicken Stuffed Peppers)
  • 1/2 cup cooked ground sausage (for Sausage Stuffed Mini Peppers or Cream Cheese Sausage filling)
  • Chopped jalapeños
  • Chives, parsley, or green onions for color

Optional toppings:

• Crumbled bacon
• Hot sauce
• Extra cheese on top (if you want that melty cheese pull)

How to Make Easy Stuffed Mini Peppers

You’ve got options here—baked, grilled, or air fried. All work. All taste bomb.

Step 1: Prep the Peppers

• Wash your Mini Peppers.
• Slice each in half lengthwise, remove the seeds and ribs. Leave the stems on if you want them to look pretty for Party Finger Food trays.

Step 2: Mix the Stuffing

• In a bowl, stir together the cream cheese, shredded cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
• Add your meat of choice if using (Cream Cheese Chicken Stuffed Peppers, anyone? Or maybe go full-on with Cream Cheese Sausage?)

Step 3: Stuff Them

• Using a spoon or a piping bag if you’re feeling fancy (or lazy, honestly), stuff each pepper half generously.

Step 4: Choose Your Cooking Style

Baked Stuffed Mini Sweet Peppers:

• Lay them on a baking tray.
• Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15–20 minutes or until the cheese gets golden and bubbly.

Grilled Peppers With Cream Cheese:

• Put them on a foil-lined grill tray.
• Grill over medium heat for about 6–10 minutes. The peppers should soften, and the cheese should have a nice smoky look.

Air Fryer Cream Cheese Stuffed Peppers:

• Place in the air fryer basket (don’t overcrowd).
• Air fry at 350°F for 8–10 minutes.
• If you’re doing Air Fryer Cheese or want crispy sausage bits, crank it to 375°F at the end for 2 mins.

Recipe Variations (This Is Where It Gets Fun)

You’ve got the base. Now mix it up.

1. Stuffed Snacking Peppers with Jalapeño Kick

Add chopped pickled jalapeños to the cream cheese mix for that spicy party snack vibe.

2. Chicken Stuffed Mini Sweet Peppers

Mix shredded rotisserie chicken into the cream cheese stuffing. Great for leftover chicken and makes it more filling.

3. Stuffed Pepperchini Style

Want something like Stuffed Pepperchini but a little friendlier on the mouth? Add banana peppers or mild green chilis for that tangy zip.

4. Cheese

   Stuffed Mini Peppers with Herbs

Go full vegetarian and load up on cheese. Try mixing cream cheese with feta, parsley, dill, or even sun-dried tomatoes.

5. Stuffed Peppers Appetizer Platter

Use different colors and fillings. Some with bacon, some without. Maybe a vegan batch for that one cousin. They look beautiful and taste like a million bucks.

Are These Keto Stuffed Mini Peppers with Cream Cheese Low-Carb?

You bet. These are Low Carb Appetizer heaven. Mini peppers are way lower in carbs than bell peppers. The cream cheese and meat? Zero sugar. You can even skip shredded cheese if you’re counting super tight, but why would you?

Each stuffed pepper half runs around 1–2 net carbs depending on your exact stuffing. That’s crazy low, and they’re so satisfying that you don’t end up overeating them—well, unless you’re me.

Meal Prep or Party Hero?

Both.

Make them ahead, store in the fridge, and bake or air fry when needed. You can prep a tray of Mini Peppers Recipes in 10 minutes flat. Serve them hot, cold, room temp—no one’s complaining.

They’re perfect for:

• Meal prep snacks
• Quick lunches
• Holiday appetizers
• Party Finger Food (especially when you make a tray of Stuffed Mini Sweet Peppers in all flavors)
• Keto potlucks (yes, that’s a thing)

Serving Ideas

Stack them on a wooden board with a dipping sauce in the middle. Ranch, chipotle mayo, or a sour cream dip works great. Add some olives or nuts on the side, maybe some cheese cubes, and you’ve got a full-on keto party platter.

Pair them with grilled chicken or salad for lunch. Or eat a few cold straight from the fridge like I do when I’m too tired to cook again.

Final Tip: Make Double

Seriously. I made 12 last weekend thinking it’d be enough. Came back from answering a text, and my husband and kids had polished off the whole tray. Not even a cheese string left behind.

If you’re doing a party, plan for 3–5 per person. If it’s just for you, make extras anyway. They store well in the fridge for 3–4 days and reheat beautifully in the air fryer or toaster oven.

Conclusion

So if you’re sitting there with a bag of Mini Sweet Peppers and no clue what to do with them, start here. Whether you’re baking, grilling, or tossing them in the air fryer, Cream Cheese Stuffed Peppers are one of the easiest Mini Peppers Recipes you can make.

They’re sweet, salty, creamy, low-carb, easy to switch up, and always go fast. Call them Stuffed Sweet Mini Peppers Appetizers, call them Air Fryer Cream Cheese snacks, or call them your next obsession.

Whichever way you go, just make sure there’s enough for seconds.

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