Spicy Jalapeño Popper Delight
Spicy Jalapeño Popper Delight is a must-try appetizer that combines the creamy richness of cheese with the fiery kick of fresh jalapeños, all enveloped in a crispy panko breadcrumb shell. Perfect for parties, game nights, or cozy movie marathons, this dish is sure to impress your guests and keep them coming back for more. With an explosion of flavor in every bite, you’ll want to add this recipe to your culinary repertoire!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 5 (10 poppers) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 fresh jalapeños
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ cup cooked bacon bits
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Halve the jalapeños and remove seeds to reduce heat if desired.
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, cheddar cheese, bacon bits, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Generously fill each jalapeño half with the cheese mixture.
- Top with panko breadcrumbs for extra crunch.
- Bake for about 20 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 poppers (70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 35mg