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Halved green jalapeno peppers laid out on a neutral surface filled with cream cheese blend. (Easy Jalapeno Poppers)

Easy Jalapeno Poppers: The Ultimate Crispy Baked Appetizer Recipe

These Easy Jalapeno Poppers feature vibrant green roasted peppers stuffed with a thick, textured cream cheese and cheddar blend, baked until golden-brown and topped with fresh chives and a smoky paprika dusting.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Servings: 12 poppers
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 95
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Popper Ingredients
  • 12 medium Jalapeno Peppers Vibrant green, halved and deseeded
  • 8 oz (225g) Cream Cheese Full-fat, softened
  • 1 cup (115g) Sharp Cheddar Cheese Freshly shredded
  • 1/2 tsp (2.5g) Garlic Powder
  • 1/2 tsp (2.5g) Onion Powder
  • 1 tbsp (15ml) Olive Oil For brushing skins
  • 1/2 tsp Paprika For dusting
  • 2 tbsp (6g) Fresh Chives Finely minced

Equipment

  • 1 Baking Sheet Large, sturdy sheet
  • 1 Parchment Paper Or silicone mat
  • 1 Paring Knife For halving peppers

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Slice jalapenos in half lengthwise and remove seeds. Brush the green skins with olive oil until lightly coated.
Filling and Baking
  1. Combine softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, garlic powder, and onion powder in a bowl. Mix until a thick, textured blend forms.
  2. Fill each jalapeno boat to the brim with the cheese mixture and place on the baking sheet.
  3. Bake for 15-18 minutes until cheese is melted and features golden-brown toasted spots and pepper skins are wrinkled.
Finishing
  1. Remove from oven, let rest for 2 minutes, then sprinkle with paprika and fresh minced chives before serving.

Notes

Wear gloves when handling peppers to avoid skin irritation.
For extra crispy tops, broil for the final 60 seconds of cooking.