Stuffed Jalapeno Peppers
These jalapeno poppers are an easy, make ahead appetizer everyone will swoon over! These Baked Jalapeno Poppers boast the holy trinity of appetizers: creamy, cheesy, crunchy with a hint of spice AKA wickedly addicting. They are also incredibly simple to prepare and can be prepped ahead of time then just popped in the oven. To make, fresh jalapenos are sliced in half and loaded with a tantalizing cheesy, cream cheese filling then topped with golden panko and baked to roasted, bubbly, crispy, creamy, spicy, cheesy perfection. This combination hits the “wow” spot every time – for everyone - and is quite possibly the best appetizer ever – even better than fried! I can’t wait for you to take one hot, creamy, crunchy bite, and see if you don’t agree.
Ingredients
- 12 jalapeno peppers (about 3-4-inches long)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 8 oz. Cream Cheese ( softened)
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup freshly grated sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup freshly grated Pepper Jack cheese
- 2 tablespoons chives (finely chopped)
- 1/2 tsp EACH garlic powder, dried parsley, salt
- 1/4 tsp EACH paprika, pepper, ground cumin
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Line a large baking sheet (15x21 inches) with foil and spray with cooking spray. If you don’t have a large pan, use two smaller pans.
- 2
Melt butter over medium-low heat in a skillet. Add panko and stir to coat. Continue cooking until crumbs become golden. Remove to a plate to stop cooking.
- 3
Cut the jalapenos in half lengthwise and use a teaspoon to gently scoop out the seeds and ribs (I find a ½ teaspoon to be the right size).
- 4
Add all of the filling ingredients to a medium bowl and mix until evenly combined.
- 5
Fill each jalapeno half with the cheese mixture then sprinkle each half with the golden panko.
- 6
Place stuffed jalapenos cut side up on the prepared baking sheet. Bake at 400 degrees F for 15-20 minutes.
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