Description
Best Ever Jalapeño Poppers are the ultimate appetizer, combining spicy jalapeños with a creamy cheese filling for an irresistible snack. These poppers feature a crispy exterior and a luscious interior that will have everyone reaching for more. Perfect for parties, game days, or cozy nights in, they deliver a delightful burst of flavor that turns any gathering into a celebration.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 fresh jalapeños
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ cup cooked bacon bits
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Halve the jalapeños lengthwise and remove seeds.
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, and bacon bits until smooth.
- Generously fill each jalapeño half with the cheese mixture.
- Top with panko breadcrumbs for added crunch.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and bubbly. Serve hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 popper (30g)
- Calories: 97
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 196mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 14mg