Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Air Fryer Cream Cheese Stuffed Mini Peppers, a quick and easy appetizer that’s perfect for any gathering. These vibrant mini peppers are filled with a creamy, cheesy mixture that packs a flavor punch while keeping things healthy and low-carb. Whether it’s game day, a cozy night in, or a festive party, these bite-sized treats are guaranteed to impress your guests. With just 15 minutes of prep time and an air fryer to achieve that perfect crispiness, you’ll have a delicious and nutritious snack ready in no time!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 bag mini sweet peppers
- 2 teaspoons avocado oil
- 1 (8-oz) package cream cheese (softened at room temperature)
- 2/3 cup mozzarella cheese (or cheddar cheese, grated)
- 2 stalks green onion (finely chopped)
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon sriracha (optional)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, grated mozzarella (or cheddar), chopped green onions, garlic powder, salt, and optional sriracha. Mix until well combined.
- Cut the tops off the mini sweet peppers and slice them lengthwise to remove seeds.
- Drizzle avocado oil over the peppers and toss to coat evenly.
- Stuff each pepper half with the cream cheese filling.
- Arrange six stuffed peppers in the air fryer in a single layer; set to bake at 360°F for 8 minutes.
- Remove when cooked through and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 stuffed mini peppers (50g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg