Homemade Jalapeno Poppers (Baked)
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Posted: 01/26/21
Updated: 09/04/22
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Need a party appetizer? Make delicious Jalapeno Poppers that are always a hit and the first to go! Slice fresh jalapenos in half, fill with a cheesy cream cheese filling and top with a crispy Panko topping then baked until golden brown. The ultimate game day snack with the perfect mix of spicy, cheesy and crispy!
The best appetizer recipe for you today! Jalapeno poppers are so easy to make, so delicious, and the perfect party food. We make them for almost every game day, and I always make a double batch because they disappear fast!
Cream cheese stuffed jalapenos topped with panko are the ultimate combination of creamy, cheesy, spicy, and crispy! They’re just as good as a restaurant version and a lot less expensive. If you want an easy snack, this is the one to make.
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Why Baked Jalapeno Poppers Work
- This is an easy recipe – prep the peppers, mix up the cheese, fill, and top with panko.
- Jalapeno poppers in the oven is my favorite way to make them. The topping gets really crispy, and the peppers cook until they are crisp-tender.
- I’m sharing my tips for picking the best peppers and how to prep them so you can make the best poppers.
Make a big batch, mix up some margaritas or Alabama slammers, and have the most delicious game-day party! Everyone will love these jalapeno poppers.
Ingredients for Homemade Jalapeno Poppers
Must-Know Tips for Jalapeno Peppers
Here are my tips for buying and prepping jalapenos:
- The thing about fresh jalapenos is that they get spicier as they age. So, ones that have darker, wrinkled skins will be hotter than ones that have smooth skins.
- Try to buy peppers that are approximately the same size, so they bake evenly.
- When you are ready to prep the peppers, I recommend wearing gloves. Jalapenos have capsaicin, which can get on your skin. If it’s on your hands and you touch your eyes, it will burn. Gloves make a big difference!
- Slice the peppers in half lengthwise and then use a spoon or to scrape out the ribs and seeds. Once you’ve done this, you can stuff them and bake them!
Filling and Topping for Homemade Jalapeno Poppers
The filling is a combination of cream cheese, cheddar cheese, green onions, and garlic powder. It’s topped with a simple panko and butter topping. The crispy topping with the cheesy filling is so good!
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How to Make Jalapeno Poppers in the Oven
- Mix: In a large bowl, combine the cream cheese, green onion, garlic powder, and shredded cheddar. In a small bowl, combine the melted butter and panko
- Stuff: Fill each jalapeno half with the cheese mixture and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle the panko mixture over the top of each popper.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in a 400°F preheated oven and bake the jalapeno poppers for 18 to 20 minutes or until the panko is golden and crispy.
- Cool: I like to let them cool for about five minutes before serving. That way, they’re not too hot.
How do you keep cheese from running out of jalapeno poppers?
If you have trouble with the cream cheese mixture running out of the jalapeno try to freeze prepared jalapeno poppers for 2 hours before baking.
Also make sure your bacon is wrapped securely around the pepper and the seams are close together or slightly overlapping making it harder for the cream cheese mixture to escape.
How do you make jalapeno poppers less spicy?
For a mild heat remove all the seeds and membranes of your jalapeno pepper.
How Long to Cook Jalapeno Poppers in Oven
We recommend baking jalapeno poppers at 400 degrees F for 20 minutes.
Make Ahead Tips!
Prep Filling in Advance: You Can mix the cream cheese filling together and store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. When you would like to enjoy the jalapeno poppers stuff them with the cream cheese filling, top with panko mixture and bake.
Assemble in Advance: Stuff poppers with the cream cheese filling but skip adding the panko. Stir in a single layer in an airtight container or place a sheet of parchment paper between layers and refrigerator.
When ready to bake prep panko mixture, top the poppers and bake according to directions. They make take a few minutes longer because they are cold when you start.
Freezing before Baking
This is the perfect answer when you have a lot of jalapenos from your garden. Prepare them as stated in the recipe, but before baking place them in a freezer safe container and freeze for up to nine months.
When it is time to bake them they may require a few additional minutes of bake time because they are frozen.
How do you cook frozen jalapeno poppers in the oven?
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Place frozen jalapeno poppers on a baking sheet lined with foil.
Place in a preheated oven and bake for 25 minutes minutes or until bacon is crispy and cheese is heated through.
Storing and Reheating Jalapeno Poppers in the Oven
If you have leftover jalapeno poppers, store in an airtight container in the refrigerator after they have cooled.
To reheat leftover Jalapeno Peppers, preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Place the jalapeno poppers on a wire rack over a sheet pan. Bake for 5 minutes or until the top is crispy.
Serve These Snacks with Poppers!
If you want to serve several appetizers with your jalapeno poppers here are some that go great with them:
- Make a batch of homemade Salsa and Guacamole. Don’t forget the chips!
- My Ranch Dip is perfect with chips or dunk your poppers in it – they go really well together.
- We love Potato Skins, too, and they go great with the poppers!
Homemade jalapeno poppers are a party classic or make them whenever you’re craving that spicy, cheesy combo! They’re so delicious warm from the oven – they’ll be a hit when you make them!
More Hot Appetizer Recipes
- Try my Grilled Pineapple Shrimp Bites flavored with BBQ seasoning and sauce, then grilled to perfection!
- Want the flavors of poppers in a dip? My hot Jalapeno Popper Dip will satisfy the craving!
- Everyone loves Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Bites – simple to make and so delicious!
- Learn how to make a Blooming Onion, and it will be the hit at your next party!
- You only need two ingredients to make a batch of Pigs in a Blanket!
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Homemade Oven Baked Jalapeno Poppers
Quick and easy appetizer great for parties and watching the game. A perfect blend of spicy, crispy and cheesy!
Ingredients
- 10 jalapeno peppers
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 1 green onion minced
- 3/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 c. sharp cheddar cheese shredded
- ¼ c. Panko bread crumbs
- 2 Tbsp butter melted
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Line a baking sheet with foil and set aside.
- Wearing gloves, slice jalapenos in half lengthwise. Using a small spoon scoop out the seeds and membranes from the inside.
- In a mixing bowl combine the cream cheese, green onion, garlic powder and cheese.
- Fill jalapenos with cheese mixture and place on a lined baking sheet.
- In a small bowl combine Panko crumbs and melted butter. Sprinkle on top of jalapeno poppers.
- Bake in a preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until golden.
- Remove from the oven, let cool for 5 minutes on the baking sheet before serving.
Tips
Make Ahead Tips!
Prep Filling in Advance: You Can mix the cream cheese filling together and store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. When you would like to enjoy the jalapeno poppers stuff them with the cream cheese filling, top with panko mixture and bake. Assemble in Advance: Stuff poppers with the cream cheese filling but skip adding the panko. Stir in a single layer in an airtight container or place a sheet of parchment paper between layers and refrigerator. When ready to bake prep panko mixture, top the poppers and bake according to directions. They make take a few minutes longer because they are cold when you start.Video
Nutrition Information
Calories: 174kcal (9%), Carbohydrates: 7g (2%), Protein: 5g (10%), Fat: 14g (22%), Saturated Fat: 8g (50%), Cholesterol: 43mg (14%), Sodium: 211mg (9%), Potassium: 89mg (3%), Fiber: 1g (4%), Sugar: 2g (2%), Vitamin A: 657IU (13%), Vitamin C: 17mg (21%), Calcium: 120mg (12%), Iron: 1mg (6%)
Mel says
Cannot wait to have these again for Superbowl this weekend! LOVE me some jalapeno poppers. These taste so much fresher than the ones from the freezer section!
Julie says
Yes! I’m so glad you love these, thanks for the review!
Linda Sanley Albelo says
Can u use a different kind of peppers that aren’t so hot?
Julie Evink says
You are stripping the seeds and membranes out of the jalapenos so they shouldn’t be hot!
Amy Foxley says
Some people are sensitive to heat. Removing the seeds and membranes cuts down on heat but it certainly doesn’t remove all of the heat.