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Jalapeno Poppers

Jalapeno Poppers

American
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45 minutes
4 people
Medium31–60 min or 7–12 steps

45 min · 6 steps

Medium: 31–60 min or 7–12 steps

210 kcalper person
Protein 8g
Carbs 9g
Fats 16g

About this dish

Halved jalapeños stuffed with a smoky cream cheese and cheddar filling, wrapped in crisp panko and baked until golden - a milder, oven-baked take on the deep-fried bar favourite.

Allergy Info

Dairy, Gluten

Diet Info

Vegetarian

Ingredients

Fresh Produce

  • Jalapeñoshalved lengthways and deseeded12

Dairy & Eggs

  • Cream cheesesoftened170 g
  • Cheddar Cheesegrated80 g
  • Parmesan cheesegrated30 g

Dried Goods

  • Panko breadcrumbs60 g

Spices & Seasonings

  • Garlic powder0.5 tsp
  • Smoked paprika0.5 tsp

Oils & Condiments

  • Olive oil1 tbsp

Utensils

  • Baking tray
  • Mixing bowl
  • Small bowl
  • Baking parchment

Method

1

Preheat the oven to 200°C and line a baking tray with parchment paper.

Approx. 3 minutes
2

Beat the cream cheese, cheddar, garlic powder and smoked paprika together in a bowl until smooth.

Approx. 5 minutes
3

Spoon the cheese mixture into the jalapeño halves, mounding it slightly.

Approx. 8 minutes
4

Mix the panko and Parmesan with the olive oil in a small bowl, then press a little of the mixture onto each filled half.

Approx. 6 minutes
5

Bake for 18 minutes until the peppers are tender and the topping is golden.

Approx. 18 minutes
6

Cool for 5 minutes before serving, as the filling is very hot straight from the oven.

Approx. 5 minutes