Delightfully creamy and packed with flavor, these cream cheese-stuffed sweet peppers are the perfect appetizer or snack! Crispy on the outside, creamy on the inside, and effortlessly made in the air fryer, they’re ready in minutes for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 12 mini sweet peppers, halved and deseeded
- 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley or chives
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional: Crumbled bacon, diced jalapeños, or breadcrumbs for topping
Instructions
- Prepare the Peppers:
- Wash and dry the sweet peppers. Slice them in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and membranes.
- Make the Filling:
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, cheddar cheese, parsley (or chives), garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth and well combined.
- Stuff the Peppers:
- Using a spoon or piping bag, fill each pepper half with the cream cheese mixture.
- For extra flavor, sprinkle with crumbled bacon, diced jalapeños, or breadcrumbs on top.
- Cook in the Air Fryer:
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Arrange the stuffed peppers in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Air fry for 8-10 minutes or until the peppers are tender and the cheese is melted and slightly golden.
- Serve:
- Remove from the air fryer and let cool slightly before serving.
- Garnish with additional parsley or chives, if desired.
Enjoy these irresistible bites warm, straight out of the air fryer!