Fried Stuffed Jalapeno Peppers

Spice up your appetizer game with these irresistible Fried Stuffed Jalapeño Peppers! Fresh jalapeños are halved and generously filled with a creamy, cheesy mixture of softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, and a dash of garlic and onion powder for bold flavor. Each stuffed pepper is coated in a triple layer of flour, egg wash, and crispy breadcrumbs, then fried to golden perfection for an irresistible crunch. Perfect for game-day snacks, party platters, or indulgent family feasts, these stuffed jalapeño poppers pair beautifully with cooling dips like ranch or sour cream. With just 20 minutes of prep and a quick fry, they’re a deliciously zesty treat you'll want to make again and again!

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 12 pieces Fresh jalapeño peppers
• 8 ounces Cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 Eggs
• 0.25 cup Milk
• 1.5 cups Breadcrumbs
• 4 cups Vegetable oil (for frying)

Directions

Step 1

Wash the jalapeño peppers thoroughly. Slice each pepper lengthwise and remove the seeds and membranes using a small spoon or knife. Set aside.

Step 2

In a medium-sized bowl, mix together the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.

Step 3

Using a small spoon or piping bag, fill each jalapeño pepper half with the cheese mixture. Ensure the filling is leveled with the edges of the pepper to prevent overfilling.

Step 4

Set up a breading station with three shallow bowls. Place the flour in the first bowl. In the second bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk. In the third bowl, add the breadcrumbs.

Step 5

Dip each stuffed jalapeño into the flour, coating all sides. Then dip it into the egg mixture, letting any excess drip off, and finally coat it with breadcrumbs. Gently press the breadcrumbs to ensure they adhere well. Place the coated peppers on a plate or baking sheet.

Step 6

Heat the vegetable oil in a deep pot or fryer to 350°F (175°C). Test the oil temperature with a thermometer for accuracy.

Step 7

Carefully place the stuffed peppers into the hot oil in small batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry them for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Use a slotted spoon to remove them and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.

Step 8

Repeat with the remaining stuffed peppers.

Step 9

Serve the fried stuffed jalapeño peppers warm with your favorite dipping sauce, such as ranch or sour cream.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1914.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	10660.0

Total Fat 1082.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 213.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 749.7mg	0%
Sodium 5358.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 252.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.9g	0%
Total Sugars 30.4g
Protein 94.9g	0%

Vitamin D 108.8IU	0%
Calcium 1302.1mg	0%
Iron 16.4mg	0%
Potassium 1098.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 87.5%

Protein: 3.4%

Carbs: 9.1%