For a smoother cream cheese filling, use a stand mixer or hand mixer to whip the ingredients together. Adjust the amount of garlic and cilantro to your preference. To reduce the heat, remove all seeds and membranes from the jalapenos. Wear gloves when handling jalapenos to avoid skin irritation. Ensure the oil temperature remains consistent for even cooking. For a crispier coating, double-dip the jalapenos in the egg wash and bread crumbs. Poppers can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated before frying. Add a few minutes to the frying time if cooking from cold. Serve with a variety of dipping sauces, such as ranch dressing, sour cream, or a spicy aioli.
Jalapeno Poppers II
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PREP TIME30 mins
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COOK TIME15 mins
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TOTAL TIME45 mins
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SERVING5 People
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VIEWS117
Ignite your taste buds with these golden-crusted jalapeno poppers, a symphony of creamy, spicy, and herbaceous flavors. A perfect prelude to any meal, they're best shared hot with a sweet-heat plum or jalapeno jelly for dipping.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate20 g
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Cholesterol163 mg
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Fiber2 g
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Protein11 g
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Saturated Fat13 g
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Sodium524 mg
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Sugar2 g
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Fat38 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepPreheat the broiler. (5 minutes)
02
StepHeat oil in a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan or deep fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Use a thermometer to ensure accuracy. (10 minutes)
03
StepArrange jalapeno chile peppers on a medium baking sheet. Place in the broiler for approximately 5 minutes, turning once halfway through, until lightly browned and blistered. Transfer to a small, airtight container or a bowl covered with plastic wrap to steam. (7 minutes)
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StepIn a medium bowl, whip together the softened cream cheese, chopped cilantro, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth and well combined. Prepare an egg wash in a small bowl with the beaten eggs. Place the Italian-style seasoned bread crumbs in a separate small bowl. (5 minutes)
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StepRemove jalapenos from the container once they are cool enough to handle. Gently remove the skins (they should slip off easily) and stems. Carefully cut off the tops and remove the seeds and membranes for a milder heat, or leave some seeds for extra spice. Stuff each jalapeno with an equal amount of the cream cheese mixture. (20 minutes)
06
StepRoll each stuffed jalapeno in the egg wash, ensuring it's fully coated. Then, dredge in the bread crumbs, pressing gently to adhere. (10 minutes)
07
StepWorking in batches to avoid overcrowding the oil, carefully deep fry the stuffed, coated jalapenos for 5 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. (15 minutes)
08
StepRemove from the oil and drain on paper towels to remove any excess oil. Serve immediately with your favorite plum or jalapeno jelly for dipping. (2 minutes)
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Lavina Huels
May 8, 2025Definitely wear gloves when handling the jalapenos! I learned that the hard way.
Ernesto Tromp
Mar 5, 2025Instead of deep frying, I baked them in the oven at 400F for about 20 minutes and they turned out great!
Shaniya Swaniawski
Jan 8, 2025My kids even loved these! I used a little less garlic for them.
Brennon Cormier
Dec 28, 2024I added a little bit of shredded cheddar cheese to the cream cheese mixture and it was amazing!
Twila Simonis
Nov 11, 2024These were a huge hit at my party! Everyone loved the creamy filling and the crispy breading.
Collin Ryan
Aug 21, 2024I found the jalapenos a little too spicy, so next time I'll try using a milder pepper like poblano.
Sidney Jenkins
Aug 20, 2024These are so much better than the ones you get at restaurants! The homemade breading is key.
Anjali Oberbrunner
Jun 19, 2024I added a dash of cayenne pepper to the breadcrumbs for extra heat!
Dale Borer
Apr 8, 2024So easy to make and so delicious! I'll definitely be making these again.
Velva Walker
Mar 19, 2024The steaming trick worked perfectly for removing the skins! Thanks for the tip.