Oven Fried Jalapeo Poppers
Get ready for a spicy, crunchy, and utterly irresistible twist on a classic appetizer with these Oven Fried Jalapeño Poppers! Perfectly baked to golden perfection, these crowd-pleasers combine the smoky heat of fresh jalapeños with a creamy, cheesy filling made from cream cheese, shredded cheddar, and a hint of garlic and smoked paprika. The secret to their satisfying crunch? A coating of panko breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese, which crisps up beautifully in the oven—no frying required! Quick and easy to prepare in under an hour, these poppers are the ultimate guilt-free snack for game day, parties, or any occasion where bold, zesty flavors take center stage. Serve them warm with your favorite dipping sauce for an appetizer that’s guaranteed to disappear in minutes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 whole Jalapeños
- 8 oz Cream cheese
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 tsp Garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp Smoked paprika
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 2 large Eggs
- 1.5 cups Panko breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese
- 1 as needed Olive oil cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
Slice the jalapeños in half lengthwise and use a spoon to carefully scoop out the seeds and membranes. Set the hollowed peppers aside.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth and evenly combined.
Using a small spoon or a piping bag, fill each jalapeño half with the cream cheese mixture until flush with the edges.
In a shallow bowl, beat the eggs until well mixed. In a separate shallow bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese.
Carefully dip each filled jalapeño half into the beaten eggs, ensuring the filling stays intact, then coat it in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing lightly to adhere.
Place the coated jalapeños on the prepared baking sheet and lightly spray them with olive oil cooking spray to help them crisp up during baking.
Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the breadcrumbs are golden brown and the jalapeños are tender.
Allow the jalapeño poppers to cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy them warm with your favorite dipping sauce!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
384 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 23.8 g | 31% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.7 g | 69% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 131 mg | 44% | |
| Sodium | 704 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.0 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.9 g | ||
| Protein | 15.2 g | 30% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 282 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 163 mg | 3% | |
*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.
