Description
A festive and savory Halloween appetizer featuring orange bell peppers carved like pumpkins and filled with a creamy, herbed cheese mixture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large orange bell peppers
- 8 oz softened cream cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp paprika
- 2 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Slice the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes.
- In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Stir in the shredded cheddar, garlic powder, and paprika until well combined.
- Gently fold in the chopped fresh chives.
- Spoon or pipe the cheese mixture into the carved peppers, filling them to the top.
- Replace the pepper lids and serve chilled on a platter.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American