Jalapeno Popper Bites
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Jalapeno Popper Bites
Description
This Jalapeno Popper Bites recipe blends Monterey Jack and cream cheese with diced jalapenos, crumbled cooked bacon, and minced garlic forming a flavorful filling. The filling is scooped into small balls and chilled to firm up, which helps maintain shape during coating and frying.
The coating process involves dredging each ball sequentially in seasoned flour, an egg wash, and a breadcrumb mixture spiced with garlic powder and cayenne pepper. This breading provides texture and an additional flavor layer.
Fried in hot vegetable oil until golden on all sides, the bites develop a crispy crust that contrasts the creamy, spicy cheese interior. The cooked bacon adds smoky richness and a savory component balancing the heat from the jalapenos.
Ingredients
Filling
- 1 cup Monterey jack cheese freshly shredded, 113 g
- 4 ounces cream cheese room temperature
- 3 medium jalapeno pepper seeded and finely diced
- 6 lices Bacon cooked and crumbled
- 1 teaspoon garlic minced
Flour Mixture
- ½ cup all-purpose flour 62.5 g
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Egg Mixture
- 2 large egg room temperature
- 2 teaspoons water
Breading Mixture
- 1 cup bread crumbs plain; 108 g
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
Frying
- vegetable oil or canola oil
Instructions
Filling
- In a large bowl combine the shredded cheese, cream cheese, jalapenos, cooked bacon, and garlic.
- Scoop out about 1 tablespoon of the mixture and form it into a tight ball. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining cheese mixture.
- Transfer the baking sheet to the freezer and chill for about 20-30 minutes.
Assembly
- Set out three wide and deep plates.
- On plate one, whisk together the flour, salt, and pepper.
- On plate two, whisk together the eggs and water.
- On plate three, whisk together the bread crumbs, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper.
- Dredge each cheese ball into the flour first, then the eggs and water mixture, and finally the bread crumb mixture. Ensure that the cheese ball is well coated after each step. Repeat with remaining cheese balls.
Frying
- In a large skillet, heat a ¼ inch of oil over medium heat (should register about 350°F).
- Working in batches, fry the cheese balls until golden brown on all sides (about 3 minutes).
- Set on a paper towel to soak up excess oil.
- Serve hot.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 15cheese balls
Amount Per Serving
Calories 126 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 126kcal | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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