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Sweet Pepper Poppers (Keto-Friendly) – vegetarian recipe
Stav Kogan

Sweet Pepper Poppers (Keto-Friendly)

Enjoy all the creamy, cheesy, bacon-filled goodness of a classic popper without the heat. These sweet pepper poppers are a guaranteed hit for any party or game day, perfect for everyone.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 serving
Calories: 191

Ingredients
  

  • 12 mini sweet peppers, about 1 pound or 450g (15.9 oz)
  • 8 ounces (226 g / 8 oz) cream cheese, softened
  • 5 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 1 green onion / scallion, thinly sliced
  • ¼ teaspoon (1 g / 0.04 oz) ground black pepper
  • for Perfect Poppers
  • You can assemble these poppers up to 24 hours in advance. Store them covered in the refrigerator and add a few extra minutes to the baking time.
  • For extra crispy results, cook these in an air fryer! Arrange them in a single layer and air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 8-10 minutes.
  • Feel free to customize the filling! Try adding ½ cup of shredded sharp cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese for extra cheesiness, or a dash of garlic powder for more flavor.
  • Choose mini peppers that are similar in size to ensure they all cook evenly in the same amount of time.

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F / 200°C.
  2. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
  3. Prepare the peppers by slicing them in half lengthwise. Use a small spoon or your fingers to scoop out and discard the seeds and white membranes.
  4. In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, crumbled bacon, most of the sliced green onion (reserving about a tablespoon for garnish), and the black pepper.
  5. Mix until everything is well combined and creamy.
  6. Carefully spoon the cream cheese mixture into each mini pepper half, mounding it slightly.
  7. Arrange the stuffed peppers in a single layer on your prepared baking sheet.
  8. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the peppers are tender-crisp and the filling is hot and lightly golden on top.
  9. Let the poppers cool for a few minutes before garnishing with the reserved green onion.
  10. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 191kcalCarbohydrates: 6.1gProtein: 6gFat: 16.3g

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