Jalapeño Popper Bites

Jalapeño popper bites are a crowd-pleasing appetizer that combines spicy jalapeños and creamy cheese, all wrapped in a crispy shell. Perfect for parties, game days, or cozy nights at home, these flavorful treats will impress your guests and satisfy your cravings. With a unique double-breading technique, each bite delivers a satisfying crunch that contrasts beautifully with the gooey cheese inside. Easy to make and customizable to your spice preference, you can whip up these delightful snacks in no time.

Prep Time30 mins

Cook Time10 mins

Total Time40 mins

Course: Appetizer Cuisine: American Keyword: Use fresh jalapeños for optimal flavor; adjust the number based on your preferred spice level. For added flavor, consider mixing in cooked bacon bits or different cheeses like cheddar. Servings: Approximately 12 servings Calories: 130kcal Author: Tisha

Ingredients

2 cups shredded pepper jack cheese
4 ounces softened cream cheese
2 diced jalapeños (seeds removed)
½ cup diced green onion
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 large egg
1 cup buttermilk
1½ - 2 cups breadcrumbs
Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

In a large bowl, mix pepper jack cheese, cream cheese, jalapeños, and green onions until well combined.
Roll mixture into small balls (about one inch in diameter) and place on a foil-lined baking sheet.
Chill the balls in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
Set up a dredging station with flour in one dish, whisked egg and buttermilk in another, and seasoned breadcrumbs in the third.
Dredge each ball in flour, dip into the egg mixture, coat with breadcrumbs, then repeat for extra crunch.
Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Fry balls until golden brown (about 3-4 minutes).
Drain on paper towels before serving.

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