Jalapeño Poppers Recipe: Spicy and Crispy
Classic Jalapeño Poppers with spicy, crispy flavor.
Ingredients
- 12 medium jalapeño peppers
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ¼ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 cup breadcrumbs panko
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- Cooking spray or 2 tbsp olive oil
- Optional: Chopped cilantro ranch drizzle
- Suggested Pairings: Celery sticks cold beer
Instructions
- Slice jalapeños, remove seeds.
- Mix cream cheese, cheddar, Parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Taste and adjust.
- Stuff jalapeños with filling.
- Dip in flour, egg, and breadcrumbs; place on a baking sheet.
- Spray with oil; bake at 400°F for 20–25 min, flipping halfway.
- Serve on a white ceramic platter with cilantro, ranch, celery, and beer.
Notes
- Wear gloves for jalapeños.
- Store in fridge for 3 days or freeze unbaked for 2 months.
- Try a vegan or bacon-wrapped variation.
- Pair with carrots.