Description
These Roasted Goat Cheese Stuffed Mini Peppers are a vibrant and easy appetizer featuring sweet mini bell peppers filled with creamy goat cheese, roasted to perfection, and finished with a drizzle of balsamic glaze and honey. Perfectly tender with a hint of char, they make a delicious and elegant starter for any gathering.
Ingredients
Peppers
- 1 pound mini sweet bell peppers (about 12 peppers)
Stuffing
- 10 ounces 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 (200°C) to prepare for roasting the peppers.
- Prepare Peppers: Wash and dry the mini sweet bell peppers thoroughly. Cut each pepper lengthwise in half, then remove all seeds and any white membrane inside to create clean pepper halves.
- Stuff Peppers: Spoon goat cheese into each pepper half. Use as much or as little as you like—the recipe serves as a guide, allowing you to fill them to the brim or just add a small scoop depending on your preference.
- Arrange for Roasting: Lay the stuffed mini peppers in a single layer in a baking dish or on a baking sheet, ensuring they are not overcrowded to roast evenly.
- Roast Peppers: Place the dish in the oven and roast for 20-25 minutes, or until the peppers are soft and lightly browned or charred on the edges, enhancing their natural sweetness.
- Finish and Serve: Carefully remove the roasted peppers from the oven and transfer them to a serving platter. Drizzle with balsamic glaze and honey, sprinkle fresh thyme leaves and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Serve warm and enjoy the delightful blend of flavors.
Notes
- Feel free to adjust the amount of goat cheese to suit your taste preference.
- Fresh thyme adds a prettier and more vibrant finish, but dried thyme can be used if fresh is not available.
- The balsamic glaze and honey balance the savory goat cheese with a touch of sweetness—feel free to customize the drizzle amount.
- Serve these peppers warm for the best flavor and texture experience.
- This appetizer pairs well with crusty bread or as a part of a larger charcuterie board.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
