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Easy Baked Jalapeño Poppers with Cream Cheese Filling

A close-up of freshly baked jalapeño poppers stuffed with creamy filling and topped with browned, melted cheese.
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Make these simple, cheesy baked jalapeño poppers for a spicy appetizer that everyone will enjoy. Control the heat by carefully removing the seeds.

Ingredients

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  • 12 fresh jalapeño peppers
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • Cooking spray

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly spray with cooking spray.
  2. Wear gloves to handle the peppers. Slice each jalapeño lengthwise and use a small spoon or knife to carefully remove the seeds and white membranes. This step controls the spiciness.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt. Mix until the filling is smooth and well combined.
  4. Spoon or pipe the cheese mixture evenly into the hollowed-out jalapeño halves.
  5. In a shallow dish, place the panko breadcrumbs. In another shallow dish, place the lightly beaten egg.
  6. Dip the top (cheese side) of each stuffed pepper half into the egg, then press gently into the panko breadcrumbs to coat the cheese filling completely.
  7. Place the coated poppers, filling-side up, on the prepared baking sheet.
  8. Lightly spray the tops of the breadcrumbs with cooking spray for better browning.
  9. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and the coating is golden brown and bubbly.
  10. Let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

  • Always wear gloves when cutting jalapeños to protect your skin from capsaicin oil.
  • For a bacon wrapped popper variation, wrap half a slice of bacon around each stuffed pepper before baking and increase the cook time by 5-7 minutes.
  • If you prefer a milder flavor, soak the halved peppers in ice water for 15 minutes before stuffing.

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