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    Home » Recipes » Starters & Snacks » Vegetarian Jalapeno Poppers

    September 20, 2023 Cheese

    Vegetarian Jalapeno Poppers

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    These Vegetarian Jalapeno Poppers are cheesy and spicy and seriuosly delicious. Fresh jalapenos are stuffed with a spicy cream cheese mixture and topped with breadcrumbs for an awesome party bite.

    Vegetarian Jalapeno Poppers with text

    Do you believe in perfect moments? They rarely last long, but every once in a while, the Universe conspires to bring everything into perfect harmony in your life, and you can actually see that everything is just as it should be. The wave of awe and gratitude is immense. It's that feeling that we're constantly searching for. The perfect balance the brings us pure joy.

    I think we can find glimpses of that in the kitchen, or more particularly, when we're eating. There is such a feeling of accomplishment and gratitude when something you've worked hard to create comes together exactly right, and as each person takes their first bite, you can see them transported with delight. And when it tastes just as good to you, you can't help but believe that we live in an ultimately good Universe.

    What makes Vegetarian Jalapeno Poppers so awesome?

    These Vegetarian Jalapeno Poppers quite often reach that level of perfection. Now, I'm going to confess that Alexa failed to set a timer as requested, so the ones in the photo are a bit browner than usual, but they're still close enough to perfect. With the slightly spicy and flavorful jalapeno working as a vessel for two types of cheese studded with chopped chillies, garlic, and spices, it's nearly the perfect bite. There's also a layer of crunchy panko bread crumbs on the top for added texture. My husband absolutely loves them.

    You could serve these as an appetizer or at a party. Margaritas or a cold beer would be a great accompaniment. If you're serving them in a situation where people might be wandering as they eat, just make sure they have somewhere to dispose of their stems. Honestly, you might want to up the quantity of jalapenos because people are gonna want to eat more than one for sure.

    Vegetarian Jalapeno Poppers with red and green chillies

    Make it magical

    With their combination of creamy and spicy, jalapeno poppers would be a great spell to create a feeling of excitement amongst friends. Cheese carries the energy of happiness, positive communication, and friendliness. Chillies are an energy amplifier and bring fire energy to any spell. Bring them together at the start of a party, and you're sure to create an atmosphere that's full of fun and hilarious chat that brings people closer together.

    For details on the magical properties of the ingredients in this recipe, check the Kitchen Magick page.

    Ingredients

    Here's everything you'll need to make this recipe. The full details are in the recipe card below.

    • Jalapenos - red or green
    • Habanero - optional if you want it extra spicy
    • Green onion
    • Garlic
    • Cream Cheese - softened
    • Cumin
    • Cheddar - shredded
    • Salt and pepper
    • Panko bread crumbs
    Vegetarian Jalapeno Poppers on a white plate

    Tips for making Vegetarian Jalapeno Poppers

    The first tip is to consider which side your jalapenos want to naturally lay on, then turn them sideways to cut off the top third. This way you have a better chance of them staying upright in the oven while they're cooking. Essentially we're making little jalapeno boats, and you don't want them to capsize.

    You want to chop up the tops of your jalapenos, along with a habanero for extra heat, plus some green onion and garlic, and add this all to a bowl. Then you'll add your cream cheese, cheddar, cumin, salt, and pepper. Give this all a thorough mix. I like using a rubber spatula for this. This stuff as much of the cheese mixture as you can back into your jalapeno boats. Save leftovers for bagels or use them as a starting point for jalapeno popper dip.

    Add your bread crumbs to a plate and press the cheesy tops of your poppers into this crunchy mixture. Arrange them on a baking sheet and cook for about 15 minutes until the jalapenos are tender and the cheese is gooey. Let them cool for at least 10 minutes so you don't burn yourself on molten cheese.

    Vegetarian Jalapeno Poppers from above

    Maybe perfection is an illusion or maybe it's eating Vegetarian Jalapeno Poppers. You'll have to try them to find out. It will definitely be awesome

    Looking for more awesome jalapeno popper flavor? Check out these Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers or try some Jalapeno Popper Dip.

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    Vegetarian Jalapeno Poppers

    Vegetarian Jalapeno Poppers with red and green chillies
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    These Vegetarian Jalapeno Poppers are cheesy and spicy and seriuosly delicious. Fresh jalapenos are stuffed with a spicy cream cheese mixture and topped with breadcrumbs for an awesome party bite. 

    • Author: Renee Rendall
    • Prep Time: 20
    • Cook Time: 15
    • Total Time: 35 minutes
    • Yield: 8 1x
    • Category: Appetizer
    • Method: Baked
    • Cuisine: American
    • Diet: Vegetarian

    Ingredients

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    • 8 jalapeno peppers
    • 1 habanero pepper, diced
    • 2 tablespoons chopped green onions
    • 1 clove garlic, minced
    • 8 ounces low-fat cream cheese, softened
    • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
    • 1-½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
    • salt and pepper to taste
    • ¼ cup panko bread crumbs

    Instructions

    1. Preheat your oven to 425 F (220 C) and line a baking sheet with foil.
    2. Slice off the top third of each of your jalapenos, lengthwise, then scoop out the seeds and ribs to make a boat. Line up the jalapeno boats on your baking sheet. Dice up the remaining strips of jalapeno and add them to a large mixing bowl.
    3. Add the habanero, green onions, garlic, cream cheese, cumin, shredded cheese, and salt and pepper to your bowl. Combine all these ingredients.
    4. Use a small offset spatula or a butter knife to fill your jalapeno boats. Make sure to press it all the way into the crevice for maximum cheese potential.
    5. Put your bread crumbs on a small plate. Carefully press the cheesy side of each jalapeno boat into the bread crumbs for a crunchy crust.
    6. Bake for about 15 minutes or until lightly browned.
    7. Let them cool for at least 10 minutes before serving.

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    Notes

    • You'll have lots of filling left over. May I suggest smashing that onto a toasted bagel and topping that whole situation with a fried egg? What could go wrong?

    Keywords: Vegetarian, Cheese, Jalapeno

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