Jalapeño Poppers
Transform your gatherings with these irresistible jalapeño poppers! Stuffed with a creamy cheese mixture and topped with crispy breadcrumbs, they deliver a perfect balance of heat and flavor. Ideal for game days, parties, or a cozy night in, these poppers will be the star of the show. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this easy-to-follow recipe!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6 (2 poppers per serving) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 fresh jalapeños, halved and seeded
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 cup seasoned panko breadcrumbs
- Olive oil for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice jalapeños in half lengthwise and remove seeds for milder heat.
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, and crumbled bacon until smooth.
- Generously fill each jalapeño half with the cheese mixture.
- Sprinkle panko breadcrumbs on top of each stuffed jalapeño and drizzle with olive oil.
- Arrange on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving on a platter.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 poppers (100g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg