Stuffed Jalapeno Peppers
Easy, cheesy and smoked jalapeno peppers that can be enjoyed as a big-batch appetizer!
Ingredients
- 12 jalapenos halfed
- 8 oz cream cheese room temp
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder minced
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
- 3 tbsp green onion chopped
- 1/2 cup applewood smoked cheddar
- 1/2 cup applewood smoked gouda
Breadcrumb Topping
- 1/2 cup bread crumbs
- 2 tbsp butter melted
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
- Lightly grease a nonstick cookie sheet with cooking spray and set aside.
Prepping The Jalapenos
- Slice the jalapenos in half lengthwise. With a paring knife, or spoon, clear the center of peppers of all seeds and white membranes.
Make The Filling
- Add softened cream cheese, smoked cheddar, smoked gouda, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to a medium bowl.
- Using a handheld mixer, fork, or potato masher, mix the filling until combined for about 1 minute.
For The Breadcrumb Topping
- Mix the butter and breadcrumbs until crumbly.
Assemble The Jalapeno Peppers
- Using a small spoon, or a butter knife, fill each jalapeno with the cream cheese misture and place them on the cookie sheet.
- Sprinkle them with the bread crumb mixture.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the breadcrumbs have toasted and the poppers are bubbling.
- Let the jalapenos cool for about 3 minutes before serving and enjoy!