Jalapeño Poppers
These easy jalapeño poppers are a game day favorite! Jalapeños are stuffed with a creamy cheese filling, topped with a buttery bread crumb crust, and baked until perfectly golden and bubbly.
Ingredients
- 12 jalapeños
- 6 ounces cream cheese softened
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 4 ounces sharp cheddar cheese shredded
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives optional
- ¼ cup Panko bread crumbs
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wearing gloves, slice the jalapeños in half lengthwise. Use a small spoon to remove seeds and membranes.
- In a bowl, combine cream cheese, garlic powder, cheddar cheese, and chives if using.
- In a separate bowl, mix Panko bread crumbs with melted butter.
- Fill each jalapeño half with the cheese mixture. Top with the buttered crumbs.
- Place on a baking pan and bake for 18–22 minutes or until golden brown.
- Let cool 5–10 minutes before serving.
Notes
💡 Notes:
- Wearing gloves helps avoid skin irritation from jalapeños.
- Optional garnishes: cooked crumbled bacon, green onions, or hot sauce.
⭐ Rating:
- Average Rating: 4.98
- Based on: 516 votes
🔍 Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
- Calories: 104
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Cholesterol: 28mg
- Sodium: 122mg
- Potassium: 66mg
- Sugar: 1g
- Vitamin A: 485 IU
- Vitamin C: 16.9 mg
- Calcium: 86 mg
- Iron: 0.2 mg