How to Make Healthier Jalapeño Poppers - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're a fan of spicy, cheesy appetizers, then you're going to love this recipe for Healthier Jalapeño Poppers! These delicious bite-sized snacks are perfect for parties, game day, or just a fun night in with friends. And the best part? This version of jalapeño poppers is healthier than the traditional deep-fried version, so you can enjoy them guilt-free!

These poppers are made with fresh jalapeño peppers, which are then filled with a creamy, cheesy mixture and baked until golden and b...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (8 ounce) package reduced-fat cream cheese (Neufchâtel), softened
  • ½ cup shredded Gouda cheese
  • ¼ cup plain Greek-style yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
  • 1 tablespoon salt-free Italian seasoning
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 pound jalapeno peppers, halved and seeded
  • 2 tablespoons whole-wheat panko bread crumbs

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Stand Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 16
  • Yield: 16 jalapeño poppers

  • For filling, stir together cream cheese, gouda, yogurt, oregano, Italian seasoning, and garlic in a bowl.
  • Transfer filling to a piping bag (fitted with a tip) or a small zip-top plastic bag and snip off a corner. Pipe filling into each pepper half. Put panko in a small dish. Dip peppers, filling sides down, in panko to coat. Lightly coat panko with cooking spray.
  • Preheat air fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Air-fry peppers, panko sides up and working in batches as needed, until tender and lightly browned, about 8 minutes. f you like, garnish with additional fresh herbs.
  • Nutrition

    63 cal.

    • Total Fat: 4g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 13mg
    • Sodium: 79mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 4g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Potassium: 97mg