Jalapeno Poppers
45 min · 6 steps
Medium: 31–60 min or 7–12 steps
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
Preheat the oven to 200°C and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
Beat the cream cheese, cheddar, garlic powder and smoked paprika together in a bowl until smooth.
Spoon the cheese mixture into the jalapeño halves, mounding it slightly.
Mix the panko and Parmesan with the olive oil in a small bowl, then press a little of the mixture onto each filled half.
Bake for 18 minutes until the peppers are tender and the topping is golden.
Cool for 5 minutes before serving, as the filling is very hot straight from the oven.