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Cream Cheese Stuffed Piquante Peppers

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 20 stuffed peppers 1x
  • Category: Appetizer, Snack
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean, Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Cream Cheese Stuffed Piquante Peppers are the perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and creamy. Piquante peppers, also known as Peppadews, are filled with a rich cream cheese mixture and topped with fresh herbs or a sprinkle of nuts for extra texture. They’re great for parties, charcuterie boards, or as a flavorful snack!


Ingredients

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  • 1 jar (about 14 oz) piquante peppers (Peppadews), drained
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional, for extra tang)
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 1/2 tsp lemon zest
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

 

  • 2 tbsp chopped walnuts or almonds (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  • Prep the Peppers:

    • Drain the piquante peppers and pat them dry with a paper towel.
  • Make the Filling:

    • In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, feta (if using), minced garlic, chives, parsley, lemon zest, and black pepper. Mix until smooth and well blended.
  • Stuff the Peppers:

    • Spoon the mixture into a piping bag or a zip-top bag with the corner cut off.
    • Pipe the cream cheese filling into each pepper until full.

 

  • Garnish & Serve:

    • Sprinkle with chopped nuts for added crunch (optional).
    • Arrange on a serving plate and enjoy!

Notes

  • Want extra spice? Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the filling.
  • Make ahead: Stuffed peppers can be refrigerated for up to 2 days before serving.
  • Dairy-Free? Use a plant-based cream cheese alternative.