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Tasty Air Fryer Cream Cheese Peppers

Category: Where Culinary Traditions Collide

Grab a bunch of those cute, sweet peppers and fill them up with soft cream cheese, melty mozzarella, and some green onion for zip. Pop them in the air fryer and soon you'll have warm, crispy snacks with gooey centers that hit all the right notes. They're awesome for snacking or gatherings and take barely any time at all. Toss in a few dashes of sriracha if you like extra heat, or swap in a different cheese for fun. Best served while they're still warm, they're an easy way to level up any snack table.

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By Monica Monica
Updated on Mon, 09 Jun 2025 15:26:27 GMT
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Grilled cheesy peppers on a plate. | flavorsfuse.com

As soon as I put out these air fryer mini peppers filled with cream cheese, they're gone in a flash. Need a tasty bite for a get-together or just wanting a fun low-carb snack? These cheesy little treats always keep everyone smiling.

I first made these at a game night with my crew and we devoured every last one fast. Now I just keep mini peppers and some cream cheese at home for visitors or lazy weekends.

Tasty Ingredients

  • Sriracha: Spices things up if you like heat. Pick your favorite hot sauce, or just leave it out for a milder batch.
  • Salt: Makes the whole filling pop. Go for fine sea salt so it stirs in evenly.
  • Garlic powder: Bumps up the taste without any harsh garlic bite. Fresh garlic powder smells the strongest.
  • Green onion: Bright bursts of color and a bit of zing. Choose ones with nice crisp leaves.
  • Mozzarella or cheddar: Melty cheesy goodness and more flavor. It’s best if you grate a fresh block yourself for extra smooth melting.
  • Cream cheese: All the creamy magic in the middle. Let it sit out so it’s nice and soft before mixing.
  • Avocado oil: Makes the peppers glossy and helps them get soft. A newer bottle means no weird flavors.
  • Mini sweet peppers: Sweet and colorful – they look great and taste even better. Pick ones that are shiny and firm.

Simple How-To Guide

Keep Going and Plate:
Once a batch is done, gently move the peppers to a plate. Keep air frying the rest. Wait a minute or so before eating so the cheesy filling stays put.
Air Fry Away:
Lay about six stuffed pepper halves in your air fryer basket. Set it to Bake at 360°F for 8 minutes. Peppers will soften and cheese gets bubbly.
Fill ’em Up:
Spoon your creamy cheese mix into each pepper half, smoothing the top. Don’t stuff right to the brim for easy eating.
Oil and Toss:
Drizzle the avocado oil over all your pepper halves. Toss them around with your hands so they’re evenly coated and ready to get nice and tender.
Get the Peppers Ready:
Chop off each pepper top. Slice in half lengthwise and clear out the seeds so you get a good stuffable space and a mild taste.
Mix the Filling:
In a big bowl, mash together softened cream cheese, your grated cheddar or mozzarella, the chopped green onion, garlic powder, salt, and any sriracha you like. Use a sturdy spoon or a mixer till it’s fluffy and blended.
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A plate of food with peppers and cheese. | flavorsfuse.com

I’m obsessed with the way fresh green onion shines in the warm creamy middle. It brings back memories of grabbing onions right from my aunt’s backyard at summer picnics. Cream cheese peppers are now a regular on our holiday snack spread.

Leftover Save Tips

Pop any extras in a sealed container and store them chilled for up to three days. You can reheat in the air fryer at 350 for a quick three minutes or just eat them right from the fridge for a handy snack.

Easy Swaps

Try goat cheese if you like it tangy, or use pepper jack instead of mozzarella for more heat. Sprinkle with fresh herbs like basil or parsley to finish. If you’re out of avocado oil, olive oil works fine too.

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A plate of peppers with cheese on top. | flavorsfuse.com

Ways to Serve

Stack your peppers on a big tray and stick in some toothpicks so they’re easy to grab. Fresh celery sticks or cool ranch dip make awesome sides. Want something more filling? Add chicken skewers or a loaded salad.

Fun Backstory

Lots of cultures, especially around the Mediterranean, fill peppers with all kinds of stuffings. Air frying just makes it so much easier. It’s a modern spin on an old-school comfort food that never gets old.

FAQs About the Recipe

→ Could I try swapping in other cheeses for the filling?

For sure! Try cheddar or mozzarella, or go for pepper jack or Monterey Jack if you want something a little different.

→ Is it okay to skip preheating the air fryer?

It's not a must. Preheating helps things cook more even, but if you can't wait, just tack on a couple extra minutes at the end.

→ Can I get these ready ahead of time?

Definitely. Stuff your peppers and stash them in the fridge until you’re ready. Air fry when it’s time to eat so they stay nice and crisp.

→ Do I have to use sriracha?

Nope, toss it in only if you want more spice. You can totally skip it or toss in another hot sauce if that’s more your style.

→ What's the best way to save extras?

Pop leftover peppers in a sealed container and refrigerate for up to three days. Hit them in the air fryer again to bring back the crunch.

→ Can I sub in regular bell peppers if I can't get minis?

Sure thing! Chop up some small bell pepper pieces if you’re out of mini ones. You might need to cook them a tad longer depending on the size.

Air Fryer Stuffed Peppers

Crunchy mini peppers with creamy cheesy centers cooked fast in your air fryer for an easy, crowd-approved snack.

Prep Time
15 min
Cooking Time
16 min
Total Time
31 min
By Monica: Monica

Category: Fusion Main Dishes

Skill Level: Beginner-Friendly

Cuisine Style: American

Yield: 24 Servings (24 mini pepper halves, stuffed)

Dietary Preferences: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free

What You'll Need

→ Filling

01 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder
02 2/3 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar
03 2 stalks of green onion, chopped tiny
04 A block of cream cheese, 8 ounces, let it get soft on the counter
05 1 teaspoon sriracha, if you want some heat
06 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ Peppers

07 2 teaspoons of avocado oil
08 1 pack mini sweet peppers (grab 14), sliced in half with the seeds taken out

Step-by-Step Guide

Step 01

Toss the cream cheese, grated cheese, chopped green onions, some garlic powder, salt, and a bit of sriracha (if that's your jam) in a bowl. Stir everything up with a spoon or use a hand mixer if you want it really smooth.

Step 02

Chop just the tops off your little peppers, then cut them the long way. Scoop out those seeds.

Step 03

Pour some avocado oil on the sliced peppers. Toss them around with your hands so they're all a little shiny.

Step 04

Take your filling and pack it right into each half of pepper. Don’t be stingy!

Step 05

Lay the stuffed peppers out in one layer inside your air fryer basket. Let them bake at 360°F (or 182°C) for 8 minutes. If you've got more peppers, just repeat until they're all done.

Step 06

When they’re done, carefully pull the hot peppers from the air fryer and put them on a plate. Enjoy while they’re still warm.

Additional Notes

  1. Letting cream cheese warm up on the counter makes it much easier to mix and helps everything come together nice and creamy.

Essential Tools

  • Air fryer
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spoon or hand mixer
  • Knife

Allergy Information

Review each ingredient for possible allergens and consult a healthcare professional if you're unsure.
  • This one's got dairy from both the cream cheese and the mozzarella or cheddar.

Nutritional Facts (Per Serving)

This info is for reference purposes only and isn't a substitute for medical advice.
  • Calories: 42
  • Fats: 3 g
  • Carbohydrates: 2 g
  • Proteins: 2 g