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Thick, bubbling cheddar and cream cheese filling stuffed inside roasted Cowboy Jalapeño Poppers.

The Ultimate Cowboy Jalapeño Poppers Experience

Cowboy Jalapeño Poppers feature blistered peppers stuffed with a bubbling cream cheese and cheddar filling. Bake these incredible appetizers to a golden-brown crust!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 people
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American, Tex-Mex
Calories: 115
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Popper Ingredients
  • 12 large fresh jalapeño peppers Halved lengthwise and seeded.
  • 8 oz block cream cheese Softened to room temperature.
  • 1.5 cups sharp yellow cheddar cheese Freshly grated from a block. Divided use.
  • 2 cloves fresh minced garlic About 1 teaspoon.
  • 1 tsp dried green herb flakes Parsley or chives.
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper dust For dusting the top.
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp fresh green onions Finely chopped for garnish.

Equipment

  • 1 Dark Metallic Baking Sheet Essential for proper heat conduction and blistering.
  • 1 Parchment Paper Crinkle before using to prevent curling.
  • 1 Disposable Gloves Crucial for handling hot peppers.

Method
 

Preparation and Baking
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a dark metallic baking sheet with crinkled brown parchment paper.
  2. Wearing gloves, slice the jalapeños in half lengthwise. Scrape out the seeds and membranes. Arrange cut-side up on the baking sheet.
  3. In a bowl, combine softened cream cheese, 1 cup of yellow cheddar, minced garlic, green herb flakes, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth.
  4. Spoon the thick cheese mixture generously into each jalapeño half, mounding it slightly in the center.
  5. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese over the stuffed peppers. Lightly sprinkle the cayenne pepper dust over the cheese.
  6. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes until the jalapeño skins are slightly blistered and the cheese topping forms a bubbling, golden-brown crust.
  7. Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with finely chopped fresh green onions before serving.

Notes

Broiler Tip: If the cheese needs more color, broil for 1-2 minutes at the very end of cooking.
Storage: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.