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Loading...| 8 -12 fresh jalapenos , depending on size ( larger the better usually ) | |
| 2 eggs | |
| 1 cup breadcrumbs , Plain ( Crunchy or regular ) | |
| 1 teaspoon chili powder | |
| 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin | |
| 1/4 teaspoon salt | |
| 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder ( or more to taste ) | |
| 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper ( or more to taste ) | |
| 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes ( or more to taste ) | |
| 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper ( or more to taste ) | |
| 8 ounces cream cheese | |
| 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese ( Sharp is ideal , but any will work ) | |
| 2 tablespoons mayonnaise | |
| 1 -2 cup oil , for frying |
| 1. | Preheat oven to 350°F. |
| 2. | Cut jalapenos in half lengthwise and remove seeds and ribs with a spoon. Rinse and dry peppers. |
| 3. | In a bowl, mix together cream cheese, cheddar cheese, and mayonnaise until well combined. |
| 4. | Fill each jalapeno half with the cream cheese mixture. |
| 5. | In a separate bowl, mix together breadcrumbs, chili powder, cumin, salt, garlic powder, black pepper, red pepper flakes, and cayenne pepper. |
| 6. | In another bowl, beat eggs. |
| 7. | Dip each stuffed jalapeno half into the egg mixture, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture. |
| 8. | Heat oil in a frying pan to 350°F. |
| 9. | Fry jalapeno poppers in batches until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side. |
| 10. | Transfer to a baking sheet and bake in the oven for 5-7 minutes to make sure jalapenos are fully cooked. Serve hot and enjoy! |
These jalapeno bites are easy to make and have a great balance of spicy and cheesy flavors.
They are perfect for a party or as a snack.
Jalapeno poppers are deep-fried, which makes them high in calories and fat.
They should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
Jalapenos are a good source of vitamin C, which can boost the immune system.
The capsaicin in jalapenos may also help with pain relief and weight loss.
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