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A platter of golden-brown jalapeño poppers, some still sizzling from the oven

Jalapeño Poppers

This recipe provides a simple, yet delicious method to create crispy, cheese-filled jalapeño poppers at home, perfect for an appetizer or snack.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 12 whole jalapeños
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • 6 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/8 tsp black pepper
For Breading (Optional)
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 1 cup bread crumbs
  • cooking oil for frying

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spoon

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Carefully cut each jalapeño in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and membranes.
  3. In a bowl, mix cream cheese, shredded cheddar, crumbled bacon, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
Assembly and Cooking
  1. Spoon the cheese mixture into each jalapeño half, ensuring they are adequately filled.
  2. Place the filled jalapeños on the prepared baking sheet before baking for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.
Optional Breading & Frying
  1. For an extra crispy popper, dredge each filled jalapeño in flour, then egg, and finally in bread crumbs.
  2. Deep-fry in hot oil until golden brown and crispy, then drain on paper towels before serving.

Notes

For milder poppers, soak the cleaned jalapeño halves in ice water for 15 minutes before filling. You can also experiment with different cheese blends for varied flavors.