How to Make Jalapeño Cheese Puffs - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're a fan of spicy and cheesy appetizers, then you're going to love these jalapeño cheese puffs. These bite-sized treats are perfect for serving at parties, game day gatherings, or just as a delicious snack. They are easy to make and are sure to please even the most discerning palates.

Jalapeño cheese puffs are a savory and slightly spicy take on the classic cheese puff. They are made with a combination of sharp cheddar cheese, cream cheese, and diced jalapeños, which give them ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 (4 ounce) can diced jalapeno peppers
  • 3 green onions, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, pressed
  • 1 (16 ounce) package wonton wrappers
  • 1 quart vegetable oil for frying

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 15

  • Mix cream cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, jalapeño peppers, green onions, and garlic in a medium bowl.
  • Fill wonton wrappers with approximately 1 teaspoon of cream cheese mixture each. Fold wrappers into triangles and press the edges with a moistened fork to seal.
  • Heat oil over medium-high heat in a large, deep skillet. Drop 4 wontons at a time into the oil and quickly fry, turning once. Remove when golden brown and drain on paper towels.
  • Nutrition

    223 cal.

    • Total Fat: 14g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 26mg
    • Sodium: 381mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 18g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 87mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 73mg