Cheesy Stuffed Peppers with Homemade Bread Dough (Air Fryer Recipe)

These Cheesy Stuffed Peppers are a delicious twist on the classic stuffed pepper, wrapped in homemade bread dough and air-fried to golden perfection. The combination of soft, fluffy bread with a gooey, cheesy filling makes this a satisfying snack, side dish, or even a light meal.

Dough Preparation & Rising: 1 hour

Stuffing & Wrapping: 15 minutes

Air Frying: 12-15 minutes

Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes

Ingredients: (Makes 4 stuffed peppers)

For the Homemade Bread Dough:

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour

½ teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon sugar

1 teaspoon instant yeast

½ cup warm water (110°F / 45°C)

1 tablespoon olive oil

For the Cheesy Filling:

4 small bell peppers (any color)

1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

½ cup shredded cheddar cheese

¼ cup cream cheese, softened

½ teaspoon garlic powder

½ teaspoon onion powder

¼ teaspoon paprika

½ teaspoon dried oregano

Salt & black pepper, to taste

For Topping (Optional):

1 egg (for egg wash)

1 tablespoon water

1 teaspoon sesame seeds or grated Parmesan (optional)

Instructions:

 Prepare the Homemade Bread Dough

In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, salt, sugar, and yeast.

Add warm water and olive oil, mixing until a dough forms.

Knead the dough for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.

Cover and let it rise in a warm place for 45-60 minutes, until doubled in size.

 Prepare the Peppers & Filling

Cut off the tops of the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes.

In a bowl, mix mozzarella, cheddar, cream cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper.

Stuff each bell pepper with the cheese mixture.

Wrap the Peppers in Dough

Once the dough has risen, divide it into four equal pieces.

Roll out each piece into a circle large enough to wrap around a pepper.

Wrap each stuffed pepper completely in dough, pinching the seams to seal.

 Air Frying

Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C) for 2 minutes.

In a small bowl, mix the egg and water to create an egg wash. Brush it over the dough for a golden crust.

(Optional) Sprinkle with sesame seeds or grated Parmesan.

Place the wrapped peppers in the air fryer basket, leaving space between them.

Air fry at 350°F (175°C) for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve warm with a marinara or garlic butter dipping sauce.

Garnish with fresh parsley or basil.

These Cheesy Stuffed Peppers with Homemade Bread Dough are crispy on the outside, cheesy on the inside, and packed with flavor! Enjoy your air-fried treat!