Instagram-Famous Sheet Pan Caribbean Ground Beef & Bell Pepper Dessert Bites: Sweet, Savory & Gooey Goodness!
This viral dessert recipe combines the unexpected savory notes of ground beef with sweet Caribbean spices and gooey bell peppers, all baked on a single sheet pan for easy, shareable bites. It's a unique sweet and savory fusion that's perfect for adventurous foodies looking for a show-stopping dessert.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef drained of excess fat
- 1 cup diced red bell pepper about 1 medium pepper
- 1 cup diced yellow bell pepper about 1 medium pepper
- 1/2 cup brown sugar packed
- 2 tbsp Caribbean jerk seasoning ensure no alcohol
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 cup oatmeal cookie crumbs gluten-free if needed
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
- 1/4 cup cream cheese softened
- 1/4 cup shredded coconut unsweetened
Notes
Storage: Store cooled bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave for a gooey texture. Make-Ahead: Prepare the beef mixture and cookie crumb base up to a day ahead and assemble just before baking. Variations: Add a pinch of cayenne pepper for heat or swap the ground beef for ground turkey. For a gluten-free version, use certified gluten-free oatmeal cookies. Serving Suggestion: Serve warm with a dollop of whipped cream or vanilla ice cream to balance the sweet and savory flavors.