Jalapeno Poppers

Crispy, creamy baked jalapeño poppers made with fresh jalapeños stuffed with a rich cream cheese and cheddar filling, then topped with buttery panko breadcrumbs and baked until golden. This easy oven-baked appetizer delivers bold flavor and crunch without frying oil or store-bought additives. Perfect for parties, game day, or quick homemade snacks.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 20

Total Time 35

Course Appetizer, Snack

Cuisine American, Tex-Mex

Servings Servings

Calories 180 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

7 Large jalapenos
1 8oz package Cream cheese
1/2 tsp Garlic powder
1/2 cup Cheddar cheese, freshly shredded
1/2 cup Panko bread crumbs
3 tbsp Butter, melted

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400℉.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and garlic powder on high speed with either an electric mixer or a stand mixer. Beat until light and fluffy.
Stir the cheddar cheese into the cream cheese. Set aside.
Slice the jalapenos in half lengthwise, remove the seeds and membranes, and place on a lined sheet pan.
Fill each pepper with the cheese filling.
Mix the butter and panko in a small bowl.
Top each pepper with panko crumbs.
Bake for 20 minutes, or until the peppers are softened and the panko is browned.
Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 2poppersCalories: 180kcal

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