Description
Delicious and easy-to-make Pimento Cheese Stuffed Mini Peppers are a perfect appetizer or snack. Sweet mini peppers are halved and filled with a creamy, tangy pimento cheese mixture made from sharp cheddar, cream cheese, mayonnaise, and flavorful seasonings. Ready in just 10 minutes, these colorful bites bring a delightful combination of creamy, cheesy, and slightly spicy flavors, ideal for parties, gatherings, or light snacks.
Ingredients
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Pimento Cheese Filling
- 8 oz sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup jarred pimentos, drained and chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Mini Peppers
- 12–15 mini sweet peppers (red, yellow, or orange), halved and deseeded
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the grated cheddar cheese, softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, chopped pimentos, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and pepper. Mix until all ingredients are well combined and creamy.
- Prepare the Peppers: Slice the mini peppers in half lengthwise and remove the seeds. You can leave the stems on for easier handling and presentation.
- Stuff the Peppers: Using a spoon or piping bag, fill each mini pepper half with the pimento cheese mixture, packing it in well.
- Serve: Arrange the stuffed mini peppers on a serving platter and serve immediately. Alternatively, refrigerate them for about 30 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld.
Notes
- Use sharp cheddar cheese for the best flavor impact.
- The cayenne pepper is optional and can be omitted or adjusted based on your spice preference.
- Mini peppers can be left whole as a vessel after slicing in half; leaving stems on adds visual appeal.
- Refrigerating the stuffed peppers for 30 minutes improves flavor and firmness for easier eating.
- This recipe is best served chilled or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American Southern
