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Best Ever Jalapeno Poppers

SUBMITTED BY: HLSANDS  PHOTO BY: hmlski 

"This is a recipe I made by taking the best of three or four popper recipes and combining them to make something that tastes wonderful. A frequent request at my house, and at others. I usually make 100 and put them in the fridge. They don't last long. Adjust the amount of bacon bits and type of shredded cheese to taste. Increase the recipe as necessary! Lots of tests helps to best figure out the way you like it. Be sure to wear rubber gloves while seeding the jalapenos -- they will burn."
Best Ever Jalapeno Poppers Recipe
RECIPE RATING:
This recipe has been rated 293 times with an average star rating of 4.6
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PREP TIME  45 Min
COOK TIME  15 Min
READY IN  1 Hr

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 12 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 (8 ounce) package shredded Cheddar cheese
  • 1 tablespoon bacon bits
  • 12 ounces jalapeno peppers, seeded and halved
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup dry bread crumbs
  • 2 quarts oil for frying

What to Drink?
Wine Sparkling wine
Cocktail Bourbon Slush

DIRECTIONS

  1. In a medium bowl, mix the cream cheese, Cheddar cheese and bacon bits. Spoon this mixture into the jalapeno pepper halves.
  2. Put the milk and flour into two separate small bowls. Dip the stuffed jalapenos first into the milk then into the flour, making sure they are well coated with each. Allow the coated jalapenos to dry for about 10 minutes.
  3. Dip the jalapenos in milk again and roll them through the breadcrumbs. Allow them to dry, then repeat to ensure the entire surface of the jalapeno is coated.
  4. In a medium skillet, heat the oil to 365 degrees F ( 180 degrees C). Deep fry the coated jalapenos 2 to 3 minutes each, until golden brown. Remove and let drain on a paper towel.

FOOTNOTES

  • Editor's Note
  • We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. The exact amount may vary depending on cook time and temperature, ingredient density, and the specific type of oil used.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.64 star rating.
Reviewed on dec. 30, 2003 by ADLEVINE 
Wonderful recipe Heather. Thank You. I blanched my peppers in almost boiling water for 2... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.64 star rating.
Reviewed on mar. 20, 2003 by Jessica C. 
I used monteray jack cheese and reduced fat cream cheese. Only coated them twice. Made 100 and... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.64 star rating.
Reviewed on dec. 30, 2003 by KRIS86 
Awesome recipe! The triple dipping process is a little time consuming, but the outcome is... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.64 star rating.
Reviewed on aug. 28, 2007 by Samantha 
WOW! This recipe is THE BEST. Just like a restaurant. Triple coating and letting each coat... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.64 star rating.
Reviewed on jan. 10, 2004 by RAYKATS 
These were very eye appealing little goodies and very palatable. I was a little disappointed... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.64 star rating.
Reviewed on jun. 16, 2003 by Lynn 
I fixed these for a New Year's party last year and panicked becase I thought I lost the... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 2 stars. This recipe averages a 4.64 star rating.
Reviewed on aug. 11, 2007 by MrsRPM 
I was sooooo disappointed with these!! After reading all the reviews, it just seemed to scream... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.64 star rating.
Reviewed on jul. 11, 2006 by JasnsWif 
I've been looking for a recipe for Jalapeno poppers and this one is a restaurant specialty in... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.64 star rating.
Reviewed on jun. 20, 2007 by sherry 
These poppers were the absolute best! I made a quick horseradish dipping sauce and it was... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.64 star rating.
Reviewed on oct. 1, 2006 by I'm nuts too... 
The best popper recipe EVER! I had to use swiss cheese instead of cheddar because my husband... MORE

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Nutritional Information
Best Ever Jalapeno Poppers

Servings Per Recipe: 32

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 149

  • Total Fat: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg
  • Sodium: 115mg
  • Total Carbs: 6.8g
  •     Dietary Fiber: 0.5g
  • Protein: 3.9g

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