Easy 30 Minute Jalapeno Squares
Get ready to spice up snack time with these Easy 30 Minute Jalapeno Squares! This quick and crowd-pleasing recipe combines the bold heat of fresh jalapeños with the creamy richness of sharp cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, creating a savory, cheesy delight that’s perfect for parties, game days, or a flavorful appetizer at home. The batter, made with eggs, milk, and a touch of flour, bakes to golden perfection in just 20 minutes, with a crispy cheese topping that’s impossible to resist. Adjust the spice level by removing jalapeño seeds and membranes, making it customizable for all palates. Serve these squares warm and watch them disappear in no time—perfectly satisfying in just half an hour!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 whole fresh jalapenos
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease an 8x8-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
Dice the jalapenos, removing the seeds and membranes if you prefer less heat. Set them aside.
In a medium bowl, mix together the sharp cheddar cheese and Monterey Jack cheese. Reserve half a cup of the cheese mixture for topping.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk the eggs until fully beaten. Add the milk and melted butter, combining well.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper. Gradually add this dry mixture to the egg mixture, stirring until just combined.
Fold in the diced jalapenos and the cheese mixture (except for the reserved cheese). Mix until evenly distributed.
Pour the batter into the greased baking dish, spreading it out evenly. Sprinkle the reserved cheese on top for a golden crust.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18–20 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Allow to cool for 5 minutes, then cut into squares and serve warm. Enjoy your spicy, cheesy jalapeno squares!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
253 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.3 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.3 g | 46% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 134 mg | 45% | |
| Sodium | 434 mg | 19% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.0 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.8 g | ||
| Protein | 12.9 g | 26% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 258 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 113 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
