Cheesy Jalapeño Poppers
Cheesy Jalapeño Poppers are spicy, creamy, and perfectly baked appetizers made with fresh jalapeños filled with seasoned cheese, ideal for parties or a bold snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 20 poppers 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 fresh jalapeños, halved and deseeded
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: 1/4 cup cooked bacon bits
- Optional: 2 tbsp chopped green onions
- Optional: 1/4 cup breadcrumbs for topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Halve and deseed jalapeños. Wear gloves to avoid irritation.
- In a bowl, combine cream cheese, shredded cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.
- Spoon or pipe the mixture into jalapeño halves.
- Top with bacon bits, green onions, or breadcrumbs if desired.
- Place on baking sheet and bake for 15–20 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm.
Notes
- Use fresh jalapeños for best texture and structure.
- Wear gloves when handling peppers to avoid skin irritation.
- Customize filling with herbs, spices, or different cheeses.
- Soak jalapeños in cold water to reduce heat if needed.
- Air fryer option: Cook at 375°F for 10–12 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 poppers
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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