why make this recipe
This snack is quick, tasty, and easy to share. The sweet mini peppers hold a creamy cheese mix with bacon and ranch. People like it at parties and for easy weeknight snacks.
introduction
This recipe makes small stuffed peppers that cook fast. You can change the filling to fit your taste. If you like bacon and ranch flavors together, you will enjoy this dish. For another simple bacon ranch salad idea, try this healthy bacon ranch shrimp spinach salad.
how to make Bacon Ranch Stuffed Mini Peppers
You will mix the cheeses, ranch, and bacon, then fill the pepper halves. Keep the steps short and follow the baking time. For another warm bacon ranch side you might like this low carb creamy bacon ranch fried cabbage.
Ingredients :
- Mini bell peppers
- Cream cheese
- Shredded cheddar cheese
- Ranch dressing
- Cooked and crumbled bacon
Directions :
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice the mini bell peppers in half lengthwise and remove the seeds.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, ranch dressing, and crumbled bacon.
- Spoon the cheese and bacon mixture into the halved mini bell peppers.
- Arrange the stuffed peppers on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the peppers are tender and the cheese is bubbly.
- Serve warm as a snack or appetizer.
how to serve Bacon Ranch Stuffed Mini Peppers
Serve these warm on a platter. They work as finger food at parties. You can serve them with extra ranch for dipping or a simple green salad. Try pairing them with a light shrimp salad like this avocado ranch shrimp spinach salad for a fuller snack table.
how to store Bacon Ranch Stuffed Mini Peppers
Cool the peppers to room temperature. Put them in an airtight container. Store in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 8-10 minutes or until warm.
tips to make Bacon Ranch Stuffed Mini Peppers
- Use room temperature cream cheese so it mixes easily.
- Dry the pepper halves well to avoid watery filling.
- Cook the bacon until crisp and crumble it small.
- Do not overfill the peppers to keep baking even.
- Watch the oven in the last minutes to avoid browning too much.
variation (if any)
- Add chopped green onions or chives to the filling.
- Mix in a little hot sauce or diced jalapeño for heat.
- Use pepper jack instead of cheddar for a spicier cheese.
- Make a vegetarian version by leaving out the bacon and adding roasted nuts or seeds.
FAQs
Q: Can I make these ahead of time?
A: Yes. Prepare and fill the peppers, cover, and refrigerate for up to one day. Bake when ready.
Q: Can I freeze them?
A: You can freeze cooked peppers in a freezer-safe container for up to 1 month. Thaw in the fridge and reheat in the oven.
Q: Can I use full-size bell peppers?
A: Yes, but bake time will be longer and you may need more filling.
Conclusion
If you want another stuffed pepper idea with cheesy bacon flavors, see this tasty recipe for inspiration: Bacon Ranch Cheesy Stuffed Peppers – Saving Dollars and Sense.
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Bacon Ranch Stuffed Mini Peppers
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Diet: None
Description
Quick and delicious stuffed mini peppers filled with a creamy cheese mix, bacon, and ranch.
Ingredients
- 12 Mini bell peppers
- 8 oz Cream cheese
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup Ranch dressing
- 1/2 cup Cooked and crumbled bacon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice the mini bell peppers in half lengthwise and remove the seeds.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, ranch dressing, and crumbled bacon.
- Spoon the cheese and bacon mixture into the halved mini bell peppers.
- Arrange the stuffed peppers on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the peppers are tender and the cheese is bubbly.
- Serve warm as a snack or appetizer.
Notes
Use room temperature cream cheese to mix easily. Dry the pepper halves well to avoid watery filling.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 stuffed peppers
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: stuffed peppers, bacon ranch, appetizers, party snacks