Jalapeno Poppers
Jalapeno Poppers are a delicious and spicy appetizer featuring jalapeno peppers stuffed with a creamy cheese mixture and topped with crispy Panko bread crumbs. Perfect for parties or gatherings, these poppers offer a delightful combination of flavors and textures.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Total Time: 42 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: No bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 jalapeno peppers
- 6 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 4 ounces sharp cheddar (shredded)
- 1 tablespoon butter (melted)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons chives (finely chopped)
- 1/4 cup Panko bread crumbs
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wearing gloves, slice the jalapenos in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds and membranes.
- In a bowl, combine softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, garlic powder, and chopped chives.
- In a separate bowl, mix Panko bread crumbs with melted butter.
- Fill each jalapeno half with the cheese mixture and top with the Panko bread crumb mixture.
- Place the stuffed jalapenos on a baking pan and bake for 18-22 minutes, or until the tops are golden and crispy.
- Let the poppers cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg