Description
Jalapeño Popper Bites are a crowd-pleasing snack that combines a crispy, golden crust with a creamy, spicy filling. Perfect for parties or cozy movie nights, these bites are easy to prepare and can be customized to suit any palate. With the right balance of heat and flavor, they are a delightful treat that will leave your guests clamoring for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 fresh jalapeños, halved and seeded
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ cup cooked bacon bits
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice jalapeños in half lengthwise and remove seeds.
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, cheddar cheese, bacon bits, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Stuff each jalapeño half with the cheese mixture.
- Dip each stuffed jalapeño into panko breadcrumbs until fully coated.
- Place on a lined baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 poppers (60g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 35mg