Description
Indulge in the irresistible crunch of Jalapeño Popper Bites, bursting with creamy cheese and a spicy kick from fresh jalapeños. These easy-to-make bites are perfect for game days or casual gatherings, offering a delightful contrast between their crispy exterior and cheesy interior. Serve them at your next event for a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that will keep everyone coming back for more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 fresh jalapeños, halved and seeded
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup bacon bits (cooked)
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, cheddar and mozzarella cheeses, bacon bits, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Stuff each jalapeño half generously with the cheese mixture.
- Coat each stuffed jalapeño in panko breadcrumbs for extra crunch.
- Place on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 bites (50g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg