Jalapeno Poppers Recipe
Jalapeno poppers recipe is a delicious appetizer featuring fresh jalapeno peppers stuffed with a creamy cheese filling and coated with a crispy outer layer. This dish is loved for its perfect mix of spicy heat, rich cheese, and crunchy texture. Making jalapeno poppers at home delivers restaurant-quality flavor with simple ingredients and easy preparation.
These easy jalapeno poppers are perfect for parties, game nights, and family gatherings. The peppers are filled with a mixture of cream cheese, cheddar cheese, and bacon bits, then coated and fried until golden brown. Whether baked, fried, or made in an air fryer, these stuffed jalapeno poppers are always a hit and go well with dips like ranch or garlic aioli. Explore more delicious recipes like Jalapeno Poppers Recipe on our website.
Ingredients
• 12 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1 (8 ounce) package shredded Cheddar cheese
• 1 tablespoon bacon bits
• 12 ounces jalapeno peppers, seeded and halved
• 1 cup milk
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup dry bread crumbs
• 2 quarts oil for frying, or as needed
Directions
- Mix cream cheese, shredded Cheddar cheese, and bacon bits in a medium bowl until smooth and well combined.
- Spoon the cheese mixture evenly into each jalapeno half.
- Set up the coating process with milk in one bowl, flour in a second bowl, and bread crumbs in a third bowl.
- Dip each stuffed jalapeno into milk, then coat it with flour. Place them on a plate and let dry for about 10 minutes.
- Dip the peppers into milk again and roll them in bread crumbs until fully coated. Let dry for another 10 minutes and repeat the coating for a thicker crust.
- Heat oil in a skillet to 365°F (180°C).
- Fry the coated jalapeno poppers in batches for 2 to 3 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove the poppers from the oil and drain on paper towels. Serve hot.
Preparation Details
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Additional Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 20
Yield: 20 jalapeno poppers