4-Ingredient Mild Baked Jalapeño Poppers

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Closeup photo of a long white plate with delicious Jalapeño Poppers in two rows. About ten shown. They are all golden brown bread crumb topped in jalapeño boats cut lengthwise. This is a two bite appetizer!

These Mild Baked Jalapeño Poppers are baked instead of fried, giving you a crispy topping, creamy center, and just the right level of heat for everyone to enjoy.

Tips for Mild Baked Jalapeño Poppers

  • For milder heat: Boil the jalapeños briefly before filling to reduce their spiciness while keeping all the flavor.
  • Make ahead: Assemble the poppers and refrigerate until ready to bake. Bake just before serving.

4-Ingredient Mild Baked Jalapeño Poppers

Course

Appetizer

Prep Time

30 min.

Cook/bake time

20 min.

Servings

24

Here's What You'll Need

Large baking sheet
Large stock pot and medium sized mixing bowl
Parchment paper

INGREDIENTS

24 jalapeno peppers
8 ounces (softened) cream cheese
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/2 cup bread crumbs (I use italian seasoned)

Directions

1. Rinse and cut 12 jalapenos in half lengthwise. Scoop out all seeds and membranes. Handle carefully as not to get in your eyes.
2. In a pot of boiling water, boil the jalapeno halves for 10 minutes. Remove the jalapeno halves from the boiling water and set aside until cool enough to handle.
3. In a mixing bowl blend together the softened cream cheese and shredded cheddar cheese with a fork.
Vertical photo of a baking sheet lined with white parchment paper and filled with Jalapeno boats/poppers that have just been filled with cheese mixture.
4. Line your baking sheet with parchment paper and with a spoon begin stuffing jalapenos with the cheese mixture.
Vertical photo of a baking sheet lined with white parchment paper and filled with Jalapeno boats/poppers, just topped with bread crumbs and ready to go into the oven.
5. Generously top each stuffed jalapeno with breadcrumbs. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate at this point if you prefer to bake later.
Closeup photo of a bite of Jalapeno Popper on a fork showing the cheese filled center and tender jalapeno. Below is a round plate filled with baked poppers.
6. Bake jalapeno poppers for 20 minutes in the oven at 400°F, (a little longer if just out of the refrigerator) until melty and golden brown. Serve warm and enjoy!

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