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Mini 'Carrot' Peppers

Mini 'Carrot' Peppers: Easy, Creamy Easter Appetizer Delight

These Mini 'Carrot' Peppers are an easy and delightful Easter appetizer, featuring a creamy filling that will impress your guests.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 pieces
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 50

Ingredients
  

For the Peppers
  • 12 pieces Mini Bell Peppers (Orange) Feel free to mix colors for variety.
  • 1 bunch Carrot Stems or Dill Fronds For garnish.
For the Creamy Filling
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Consider vegan options for a dairy-free treat.
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt can be an excellent substitute.
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Scallion Shallots can be used for a sweeter option.
  • 2 tablespoons Freshly Chopped Dill Other herbs like chives can be swapped in.
  • 2 tablespoons Freshly Chopped Parsley Can be omitted without affecting taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to dietary preferences.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • hand mixer
  • spoon or piping bag
  • Serving Tray

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Begin by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C) if opting to roast your peppers; otherwise, you can serve them raw. Wash the mini bell peppers thoroughly, slice them lengthwise, and remove the seeds and membranes.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, sour cream, chopped scallion, freshly chopped dill, parsley, and a pinch of salt. Blend until smooth.
  3. Using a small spoon or piping bag, fill each pepper half with the creamy mixture, packing it evenly.
  4. Insert carrot stems or dill fronds into the filling of each pepper for garnish.
  5. Place the filled peppers on a serving tray, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pepperCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 1gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These Mini 'Carrot' Peppers can be made a day in advance and stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freezing is not recommended due to texture changes.

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