Description
Easy Creamy Jalapeño Poppers are the ultimate crowd-pleaser—creamy, cheesy, and baked to perfection with a satisfying crunch. They’re quick to prep and perfect for parties, snacks, or game-day spreads.
Ingredients
10 fresh jalapeño peppers, halved and seeded
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
Salt and pepper, to taste
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs (optional)
1 tablespoon melted butter (if using breadcrumbs)
Instructions
1. Slice the jalapeños lengthwise and scoop out the seeds and white membranes. Set them cut side up on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth and fully blended.
3. Using a small spoon or piping bag, fill each jalapeño half with the cheese mixture, mounding it slightly.
4. Mix panko breadcrumbs with melted butter. Sprinkle evenly over each stuffed jalapeño for extra crunch.
5. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 18-22 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and the tops are golden brown.
Notes
Use gloves when handling jalapeños to avoid skin irritation.
You can prepare the poppers a day in advance and bake just before serving.
Air fryer option: Cook at 375°F for 8-10 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 poppers
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: jalapeño poppers, spicy snacks, party appetizers