How to Make Baked Cream Cheese Jalapeño Poppers - A Step-by-Step Guide

Baked Cream Cheese Jalapeño Poppers are a delicious and addictive appetizer that are perfect for entertaining or just enjoying as a snack. This recipe takes the classic jalapeño popper and elevates it by using a creamy and tangy cream cheese filling that is then baked to perfection, resulting in a crispy and flavorful bite.

These poppers are a fantastic option for those who love a little heat in their appetizers but want to avoid the greasiness of the traditional fried version. The ba...

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Ingredients

  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup finely shredded Cheddar cheese
  • 1 ½ tablespoons taco seasoning mix
  • 12 medium jalapeno peppers, halved lengthwise and seeded
  • 2 tablespoons fine bread crumbs, or to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 24 poppers

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper.
  • Blend cream cheese, Cheddar cheese, and seasoning mix together in a bowl. Spread mixture into jalapeño halves and arrange onto the prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle bread crumbs over cheese filling.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until peppers are just tender, 20 to 30 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    116 cal.

    • Total Fat: 10g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 31mg
    • Sodium: 205mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 3g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 6mg
    • Calcium: 86mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 64mg