Roasted Goat Cheese Stuffed Mini Peppers Recipe
These Roasted Goat Cheese Stuffed Mini Peppers are a delightful appetizer featuring sweet mini bell peppers filled with creamy goat cheese, roasted to perfection, then drizzled with balsamic glaze and honey. Enhanced with fresh thyme and black pepper, this dish offers a beautiful balance of savory, sweet, and tangy flavors, perfect for entertaining or a light snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Total Time: 35-40 minutes
- Yield: 12 stuffed mini pepper halves (serves 4-6 as appetizer) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Peppers
- 1 pound mini sweet bell peppers (about 12 peppers)
Filling
- 10 ounce goat cheese
Toppings
- Balsamic glaze, to drizzle
- Honey, to drizzle
- 2 Tbsp fresh thyme (or dried thyme)
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F to ensure it reaches the perfect roasting temperature for the peppers.
- Prepare Peppers: Wash and dry the mini sweet bell peppers thoroughly. Slice each pepper in half lengthwise and carefully remove the seeds and white membranes.
- Stuff Peppers: Spread a couple of scoops of goat cheese into each pepper half. You can adjust the amount of cheese depending on your preference, either filling them to the brim or using a small spoonful as a guide.
- Arrange for Roasting: Lay all the stuffed pepper halves in a single layer on a baking dish or sheet. Make sure they are evenly spaced for uniform roasting.
- Roast: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and roast the peppers for 20-25 minutes, or until the peppers are softened, lightly browned, and slightly charred.
- Finish and Serve: Remove the roasted mini peppers from the oven and transfer to a serving platter. Drizzle with balsamic glaze and honey, then sprinkle with fresh thyme leaves and freshly ground black pepper. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- You can use dried thyme if fresh is not available, but fresh thyme provides a better color and aroma.
- Adjust the amount of goat cheese to suit your taste—more cheese for a richer bite or less for a lighter option.
- Balsamic glaze can be store-bought or homemade for added depth.
- Serve these roasted stuffed peppers as an appetizer or a side dish for parties and gatherings.
- They are best enjoyed warm but can also be served at room temperature.
Keywords: roasted stuffed peppers, goat cheese appetizer, mini bell peppers, baked snacks, vegetarian appetizer
