Description
Cheese-Stuffed Jalapeño Poppers are a crowd-pleasing appetizer that combines spicy jalapeños with creamy cheese filling. Perfect for parties or game nights, these poppers are easy to make and packed with flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 fresh jalapeños
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs, beaten
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Cut jalapeños in half lengthwise and remove seeds.
- Mix cream cheese, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, and paprika in a bowl.
- Fill each jalapeño half with the cheese mixture.
- Dip stuffed jalapeños in flour, then eggs, and finally breadcrumbs.
- Heat oil in a pan and fry poppers until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels and serve warm.
Notes
- Wear gloves when handling jalapeños to avoid skin irritation.
- For a healthier option, bake poppers at 375°F for 20 minutes instead of frying.
- Adjust the spice level by leaving some seeds in the jalapeños.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 poppers
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Cheese-Stuffed Jalapeño Poppers, appetizer, spicy, party food