Description
Outrageously Good Stuffed Celery is the kind of easy recipe that surprises everyone with how quickly it disappears. Crisp celery sticks are filled with a creamy, cheesy bacon-packed mixture, then finished with green onions and a touch of seasoning for a fresh, savory bite. It is perfect for a quick breakfast snack board, easy appetizer spread, healthy snack tray, party food idea, holiday starter, and simple make ahead recipe when you want something low effort but full of flavor.
Ingredients
8 celery stalks
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup sour cream
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
3 green onions, sliced
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp paprika
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
1. Wash the celery stalks, trim the ends, and cut them into serving-size pieces. Pat them dry well.
2. In a medium bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper until smooth.
3. Stir in half of the sliced green onions and half of the crumbled bacon.
4. Spoon or pipe the filling into the center of each celery piece.
5. Top with the remaining bacon, remaining green onions, and chopped parsley.
6. Chill for 15 to 20 minutes before serving for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
Do not fill the celery while it is still wet after washing, or the creamy filling can slide around and turn watery.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 to 3 pieces
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 45mg