Cheesy Bacon Banana Peppers
Get ready to elevate your appetizer game with these irresistible Cheesy Bacon Banana Peppers! This crowd-pleasing recipe features mild banana peppers generously stuffed with a creamy blend of cream cheese, sharp cheddar, smoky bacon crumbles, and a medley of savory spices like garlic powder, smoked paprika, and onion powder. Roasted to golden perfection in just 25 minutes, these cheese-stuffed peppers offer the perfect balance of creamy, smoky, and mildly spicy flavors. Perfect for game days, parties, or as a flavorful side dish, this recipe is easy to prepare yet delivers bold, unforgettable taste. Serve fresh out of the oven for an ooey-gooey, cheesy treat that's sure to steal the spotlight! Keywords: stuffed banana peppers, cheese and bacon, easy appetizers, roasted banana peppers recipe.
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Ingredients
- 8 whole Banana peppers
- 6 slices Bacon
- 8 ounces Cream cheese
- 1 cup Shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil or cooking spray
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil or cooking spray.
Step 2
Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon, let it cool, and crumble it into small pieces.
Step 3
Wash and pat dry the banana peppers. Cut a lengthwise slit down the side of each pepper (be careful not to cut all the way through). Gently remove the seeds and membranes inside the peppers to reduce heat, if desired.
Step 4
In a medium bowl, combine the cream cheese, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
Step 5
Fold the crumbled bacon into the cheese mixture, ensuring it is evenly distributed.
Step 6
Stuff each banana pepper generously with the cheese and bacon mixture using a small spoon or piping bag.
Step 7
Arrange the stuffed peppers on the prepared baking sheet. Lightly brush or spray the peppers with olive oil to help them roast beautifully.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and the cheese filling is bubbly and golden.
Step 9
Remove from the oven and let the peppers cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (651.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1669.0 |
| Total Fat 145.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 77.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 6.3g | |
| Cholesterol 397.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3453.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 37.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 8.7g | |
| Protein 61.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 7.7IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1085.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1234.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories