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Jalapeno Popper Egg Rolls
Jalapeno popper egg rolls are a combination of two classic and popular appetizers. This unique appetizer features a light and crispy egg roll wrapper stuffed jalapeno, cheese and bacon. A must try recipe for your next get together.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 12 Egg Rolls
Calories: 219 kcal
Course:
Side Dish , Appetizer
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 6 jalapeños (halved, seeds and stem removed)
- 8 oz cream cheese (1 brick, room temperature)
- ¼ cup shredded Mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 10 slices Bacon (cooked and cut into small pieces)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoon oil (for cooking)
- 12 egg roll wrappers
Instructions
- In a medium sized bowl, combine the cream cheese, mozzarella cheese, cheddar cheese, cooked bacon, garlic powder and salt. Mix until evenly combined.
- Spoon 1 – 2 tablespoons of the cheese filling into each jalapeno half.
- To assemble the egg rolls place one stuffed jalapeno half in the center on the egg roll wrapper.
- Dip your finger in water and wet the edges of the egg roll wrapper.
- Fold in two opposite corners to the center and then tightly roll.
- Repeat with remaining egg roll wrappers.
- AIR FRYER COOKING METHODBrush both sides of the egg rolls with oil and Air Fry at 400°F for 5-10 minutes or until golden brown.STOVE TOP COOKING METHODHeat a deep pot with oil on medium heat. Fry the egg rolls in small batches for 5 minutes or until golden brown.OVEN BAKING METHODBrush the egg rolls with oil on both sides. Place directly on a sheet pan lined with tin foil OR on a sheet pan with a rack. Bake at 400°F for 10-15 minutes or until golden brown. Flip halfway through cooking and brush with more oil as needed.
- Allow the egg rolls to cool for 2-3 minutes. The cheese filling will be very hot.
- Serve and enjoy!
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Notes
- Egg roll wrappers are sold in the refrigerated section of grocery stores, near the refrigerated salad dressing and tofu.
- For a gluten free option use rice paper rolls and reduce the cooking time to 2 - 3 minutes per side or until crispy.
Nutrition Information
Calories
219kcal
(11%)
Carbohydrates
9g
(3%)
Protein
6g
(12%)
Fat
18g
(28%)
Saturated Fat
7g
(35%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
7g
Trans Fat
1g
Cholesterol
38mg
(13%)
Sodium
480mg
(20%)
Potassium
98mg
(3%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
377IU
(8%)
Vitamin C
8mg
(9%)
Calcium
55mg
(6%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 12Egg Rolls
Amount Per Serving
Calories 219
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 219kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 18g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 38mg | 13% |
| Sodium | 480mg | 20% |
| Potassium | 98mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 377IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 8mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 55mg | 6% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.