Classic Jalapeno Poppers Recipe

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Classic Jalapeno Poppers Recipe

These jalapeno poppers are filled with a mix of cheddar and cream cheese, baked until gooey, and topped with crunchy panko breadcrumbs for the perfect bite!

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 12 Jalapeno peppers
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese divided
  • 4 ounces crumbled bacon optional
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • salt and pepper to taste I use ¼ teaspoon each

FOR THE TOPPING

  • 1 tablespoon butter or use oil
  • ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Pinch of salt

OPTIONAL GARNISH

  • Fresh chopped cilantro or parsley, chili flakes, extra crumbled bacon
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Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (200 C).
  2. Slice the jalapeno peppers in half lengthwise and core out the insides. Set the jalapenos on a lightly oiled baking sheet cut side up.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, mix together cream cheese, 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, paprika, garlic powder, and salt and pepper to taste, until well combined.
  4. Stuff each jalapeno half with the cheese mixture, then top with the remaining shredded cheddar cheese.
  5. Add the butter to a small pan and heat to melt. Stir in the panko breadcrumbs, paprika, garlic powder, and pinch of salt, until well combined. Spoon the panko mixture over the stuffed jalapenos.
  6. Bake the jalapeno poppers for 15-20 minutes, or until the panko crust is golden and the cheeses are nice and melty.
  7. Garnish and serve.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 100kcal (5%) Carbohydrates 2g (1%) Protein 5g (10%) Fat 8g (12%) Saturated Fat 5g (25%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g Monounsaturated Fat 2g Trans Fat 0.02g Cholesterol 27mg (9%) Sodium 246mg (10%) Potassium 45mg (1%) Fiber 0.3g (1%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 373IU (7%) Vitamin C 8mg (9%) Calcium 79mg (8%) Iron 0.1mg (1%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 24poppers

Amount Per Serving

Calories 100 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 100kcal 5%
Carbohydrates 2g 1%
Protein 5g 10%
Fat 8g 12%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g 2%
Monounsaturated Fat 2g 10%
Trans Fat 0.02g 1%
Cholesterol 27mg 9%
Sodium 246mg 10%
Potassium 45mg 1%
Fiber 0.3g 1%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 373IU 7%
Vitamin C 8mg 9%
Calcium 79mg 8%
Iron 0.1mg 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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