Name: Jalapeño Poppers
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 24 poppers
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 12 Jalapenos; 8 ounces cream cheese; 0.5 cup cheddar cheese; 0.5 cup parmesan cheese; 0.25 cup blue cheese; 0.5 cup panko bread crumbs; 1 tbsp anchovy paste; 1 tsp red pepper flakes

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Jalapeño Poppers

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°.

Slice the jalapeños down the middle creating two long pieces of pepper.

Using a spoon, scoop out the seeds and the white membrane on the interior of the pepper.

In a small bowl combine the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, crumbled blue cheese, Panko breadcrumbs, red pepper flakes, and anchovy paste.

Once fully combined, scoop the filling into each halved Jalapeño.

Placed stuffed jalapeños on a cookie sheet and cook for 20 minutes or until the tops are slightly golden.

Let them cool off a little bit before serving.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Prepare Jalapeños Strategically 🌶️
Wear gloves and halve jalapeños lengthwise, then use a small spoon to carefully remove seeds and membranes—this reduces heat while creating the perfect vessel for filling without puncturing the walls.
Balance the Anchovy Umami 🦐
Start with just ½ teaspoon of anchovy paste and taste the filling before adding more—it amplifies dramatically when baked, and a little goes a long way to enhance cheese depth without fishiness.
Chill Filling Before Stuffing ❄️
Refrigerate your cream cheese mixture for 30 minutes before piping into jalapeños—this prevents the filling from running out during baking and ensures even distribution of flavors.
Double-Bread for Crunch Crispiness 🍞
Dip stuffed poppers in beaten egg, coat with panko, refrigerate for 15 minutes, then repeat the egg and panko process for an irresistibly crunchy, golden exterior that stays crispy.
Bake on Parchment for Easy Release 📄
Line your baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly spray with cooking oil—this prevents the cheese from sticking while allowing the bottoms to brown evenly without burning.