Description
Cream Cheese & Cheddar Jalapeño Poppers are the ultimate crowd-pleasing appetizer, bursting with creamy cheese and a hint of spice. These crispy, cheesy bites are perfect for game day, parties, or cozy nights in. With their irresistible flavor and delightful crunch, they’ll steal the show at any gathering!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 fresh jalapeño peppers
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ cup cooked bacon bits
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice each jalapeño in half lengthwise; remove seeds and membranes (wear gloves).
- In a mixing bowl, blend cream cheese, cheddar cheese, bacon bits, and garlic powder until smooth.
- Generously fill each jalapeño half with the cheese mixture.
- Sprinkle panko breadcrumbs on top for extra crunch.
- Place stuffed jalapeños on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 popper (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg