Classic Jalapeno Poppers Recipe

5 from 8 votes

These jalapeno poppers are filled with a mix of cheddar and cream cheese, baked until gooey, and topped with crunchy panko breadcrumbs for the perfect bite!

Prep Time10

Cook Time20

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: American, Tex Mex

Keyword: cheddar cheese, cream cheese, jalapenos

Servings: poppers

Calories: 100kcal

Author: Mike Hultquist

Ingredients

12 jalapeno peppers
8 ounces cream cheese softened
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese divided
4 ounces crumbled bacon optional
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste I use ¼ teaspoon each

FOR THE TOPPING

1 tablespoon butter or use oil
½ cup panko breadcrumbs
½ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon garlic powder
Pinch of salt

OPTIONAL GARNISH

Fresh chopped cilantro or parsley, chili flakes, extra crumbled bacon

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (200 C).
Slice the jalapeno peppers in half lengthwise and core out the insides. Set the jalapenos on a lightly oiled baking sheet cut side up.
In a large mixing bowl, mix together cream cheese, 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, paprika, garlic powder, and salt and pepper to taste, until well combined.
Stuff each jalapeno half with the cheese mixture, then top with the remaining shredded cheddar cheese.
Add the butter to a small pan and heat to melt. Stir in the panko breadcrumbs, paprika, garlic powder, and pinch of salt, until well combined. Spoon the panko mixture over the stuffed jalapenos.
Bake the jalapeno poppers for 15-20 minutes, or until the panko crust is golden and the cheeses are nice and melty.
Garnish and serve.

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