Half-Cut Jalapeño Poppers Recipe
Spice up your appetizers with these Half-Cut Jalapeño Poppers! This crowd-pleasing recipe combines the perfect balance of heat, creaminess, and crunch, making it a favorite for game nights, parties, or anytime snacking.
Enjoy crispy, cheesy goodness with a mild kick of heat in every bite. These poppers are the ultimate combination of textures and flavors that are sure to impress your taste buds.
This recipe is quick, easy, and endlessly customizable. Whether you like them spicy or mild, these jalapeño poppers are guaranteed to deliver flavor in every bite.
Tools You’ll Need
- Baking sheet
- Mixing bowl
- Small spoon or melon baller (for scooping seeds)
- Parchment paper or aluminum foil
Ingredients
- 10 fresh jalapeños, halved lengthwise and seeds removed
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- Optional: 2 slices of cooked bacon, finely chopped
- Optional: Ranch or your favorite dipping sauce for serving
Instructions
1. Prepare the Jalapeños:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
- Halve the jalapeños lengthwise and carefully remove the seeds and membranes using a small spoon or melon baller.
2. Make the Filling:
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Mix until well blended. If using bacon, stir it into the filling.
3. Stuff the Jalapeños:
- Spoon the cheese mixture into each jalapeño half, filling them generously.
4. Add the Topping:
- In a small bowl, mix the panko breadcrumbs with the melted butter until evenly coated.
- Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture over the stuffed jalapeños for a crispy topping.
5. Bake:
- Arrange the jalapeños on the prepared baking sheet, cut side up.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the breadcrumbs are golden and the cheese is bubbling.
6. Serve:
- Let the poppers cool slightly before serving.
- Pair with ranch or your favorite dipping sauce for an extra kick of flavor.
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Half-Cut Jalapeño Poppers Recipe
Equipment
- Baking sheet
- Mixing bowl
- Small spoon or melon baller (for scooping seeds)
- Parchment paper or aluminum foil
Ingredients
- 10 fresh jalapeños halved lengthwise and seeds removed
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons butter melted
- Optional: 2 slices of cooked bacon finely chopped
- Optional: Ranch or your favorite dipping sauce for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Jalapeños:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
- Halve the jalapeños lengthwise and carefully remove the seeds and membranes using a small spoon or melon baller.
- Make the Filling:
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Mix until well blended. If using bacon, stir it into the filling.
- Stuff the Jalapeños:
- Spoon the cheese mixture into each jalapeño half, filling them generously.
- Add the Topping:
- In a small bowl, mix the panko breadcrumbs with the melted butter until evenly coated.
- Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture over the stuffed jalapeños for a crispy topping.
- Bake:
- Arrange the jalapeños on the prepared baking sheet, cut side up.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the breadcrumbs are golden and the cheese is bubbling.
- Serve:
- Let the poppers cool slightly before serving.
- Pair with ranch or your favorite dipping sauce for an extra kick of flavor.
Tips for Cooking
- Control the heat: Removing all the seeds and membranes makes the jalapeños milder. Leave some seeds if you like it spicier.
- Get creative: Add crumbled sausage, diced onions, or even chopped spinach to the filling for a twist.
- Air fryer option: For an even crispier result, cook the poppers in an air fryer at 375°F (190°C) for 8-10 minutes.
Why You Should Try This Recipe
These Half-Cut Jalapeño Poppers are the ultimate appetizer: easy to prepare, bursting with flavor, and endlessly satisfying. Whether you’re hosting a party or craving a snack, this recipe will always deliver.
Jalapeño poppers are a classic for a reason, and this recipe is your go-to for a guaranteed hit. With their cheesy filling, crispy topping, and just the right amount of spice, they’re perfect for any occasion. Try them today and watch them disappear from the plate in no time!
