I’m just gonna say it: stuffed peppers saved my snacking life when I first went keto.
I needed something crunchy, creamy, salty, fast—without blowing my blood sugar or my will to live.
After a lot of sad attempts (cream cheese sliding right out, soggy peppers that tasted like regret…), I finally nailed it: crisp mini peppers + thick cream cheese + savory seasoning = snack victory.
No baking. No babysitting. Just good food that doesn’t feel like a “diet.”
💡 WHY THIS ONE WORKS SO WELL
- Mini peppers stay crisp without cooking—no sad limp veggies.
- Cream cheese binds perfectly without needing a “keto hack.”
- Everything bagel seasoning = flavor bomb without hidden carbs or weird additives.
- Three ingredients. Ten minutes. Zero effort excuses.
(And honestly? They feel more indulgent than half the fancy appetizers I used to make.)
🧾 WHAT I USED (AND WHY IT WORKED)
- Mini Sweet Peppers – Crunchy, naturally low in carbs, and just sweet enough to balance the richness. (About 1g net carb per pepper depending on size.)
- Full-Fat Cream Cheese – Fat = flavor and fullness. (Low-fat versions are sad, chalky, and have more carbs—don’t.)
- Everything Bagel Seasoning – Salt, sesame, garlic, onion, poppy seed goodness. Watch brands with hidden starch fillers though—Trader Joe’s and homemade are safest.
⚡ Pro Tip: Want a tiny carb shave? Pick smaller peppers!
🔁 KETO SWAPS THAT ACTUALLY WORK
Feeling extra? Here’s how I’ve tweaked them without wrecking macros:
- Goat Cheese instead of cream cheese — Tangier, lighter, still keto (adds a little more protein too).
- Bacon Crumbles on top — Like a party without the regret.
- Smoked Salmon Shreds mixed in — Adds protein, fancy vibes.
- Pimento Cheese Filling — Southern grandmas were onto something.
🧠 Heads Up:
Coconut-based vegan cheeses? Total fail here. They don’t hold up or taste right for this.
⚠️ KETO MISSTEPS AND HOW I FIXED THEM
| What Went Wrong | Why It Happens | How to Fix It |
|---|---|---|
| Cheese slid off peppers | Overfilling or wet peppers | Pat peppers dry first and press cheese firmly |
| Weird aftertaste | Using flavored cream cheese with added sugars | Stick to plain or DIY your flavors |
| Soggy peppers | Stored them too long stuffed | Stuff the day you eat if you want max crunch |
👩🍳 HOW TO MAKE IT (STEP-BY-STEP)
- Slice peppers in half lengthwise (leave stems on if you want it prettier and easier to hold).
- Scoop out seeds and ribs with a small spoon or your fingers.
- Pat peppers dry if they seem wet (trust me—better texture).
- Fill each half generously with cream cheese.
It should mound slightly but not spill out when you tilt it. - Sprinkle everything bagel seasoning over the tops.
🧠 Tracking Hack:
I portion the whole batch into 4 servings so I can log it easily.
(Each serving = about 4-6 pepper halves.)
🧠 KETO COOKING TRICKS THAT HELP
- I let my cream cheese soften at room temp 15-20 min = way easier to spread.
- I slice and prep all peppers at once, store dry in a baggie, then stuff fresh.
- I mix my own everything seasoning sometimes (equal parts sesame seeds, poppy seeds, garlic powder, onion flakes, salt).
🧊 HOW I STORE AND TRACK IT
- Store stuffed peppers airtight for up to 3 days in the fridge.
- Meal prep tip:
Pre-slice and deseed, but don’t stuff until right before serving if you want max crunch. - Freeze?
Nope. Textures go weird when thawed. Save freezing for baked stuffed peppers.
❓ REAL KETO QUESTIONS, REAL ANSWERS
Will this spike blood sugar?
Not if you use full-fat cream cheese and plain peppers. Peppers have natural sugar but it’s low-impact in small amounts.
Can I make these dairy-free?
Technically yes, but vegan cream cheese is higher carb and weird here. It’s not the same experience.
How many carbs per serving?
About 4.8g net carbs for a serving of 4-6 stuffed halves. Totally doable even on strict keto.
Nutrition Facts
Per Serving
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 191 kcal |
| Fat | 17.1 g |
| Saturated Fat | 10.7 g |
| Cholesterol | 53 mg |
| Sodium | 307 mg |
| Potassium | 185 mg |
| Total Carbohydrates | 6.0 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g |
| Net Carbs | 4.8 g |
| Sugar | 4.1 g |
| Protein | 3.5 g |
| Vitamin A | 15% DV |
| Vitamin C | 95% DV |
| Calcium | 6% DV |
| Iron | 3% DV |
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Low Carb Keto Stuffed Mini Peppers
Description
Crunchy mini peppers stuffed with creamy cheese and topped with savory seasoning—an easy, low-carb snack or appetizer ready in just 10 minutes!
Ingredients
Instructions
- Cut mini peppers in half lengthwise. Remove seeds and ribs.
- Pat dry if needed.
- Fill each half with cream cheese.
- Sprinkle generously with seasoning.
- Chill or serve immediately!
