Tex Mex Party Bites Aka Rattlesnake Bites

Spice up your snack game with these irresistible Tex Mex Party Bites, affectionately known as Rattlesnake Bites! Perfect for any gathering, these crunchy, golden appetizers combine the bold heat of jalapeños with a creamy, cheesy filling of cheddar, cream cheese, crumbled bacon, and a hint of cilantro. Each bite is dredged in a crispy panko coating and fried to perfection, delivering a satisfying crunch with every mouthful. Infused with smoky cumin and garlic powder, these bites bring a bold Tex-Mex flair to your table. Serve them hot with a side of ranch dressing for the ultimate party indulgence. Easy to make and unapologetically addictive, these little flavor bombs are guaranteed to be the star of any occasion!

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 12 whole Jalapeños
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 8 ounces Cream cheese
• 4 slices Cooked bacon, crumbled
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 large Eggs, beaten
• 1.5 cups Panko breadcrumbs
• 4 cups Vegetable oil (for frying)
• 0.5 cup Ranch dressing (optional, for dipping)

Directions

Step 1

Put on kitchen gloves and prep the jalapeños by slicing them in half lengthwise and removing the seeds and membranes. Set aside.

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, combine shredded cheddar cheese, cream cheese, crumbled bacon, cilantro, ground cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until fully combined.

Step 3

Spoon the cheese mixture into each jalapeño half, pressing the filling slightly to ensure it stays in place.

Step 4

Once all halves are filled, press two jalapeño halves together to reform a 'whole' jalapeño with the filling in the middle. Repeat for all jalapeños.

Step 5

Set up a dredging station with three bowls: one with all-purpose flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko breadcrumbs.

Step 6

Dredge each stuffed jalapeño in the flour, then dip it in the beaten eggs, and finally coat it in panko breadcrumbs. Ensure each bite is fully covered.

Step 7

Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot or deep fryer to 350°F (175°C). Test the oil with a small piece of breadcrumb; it should bubble and rise to the surface.

Step 8

Fry the bites in small batches for 3-4 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

Step 9

Serve hot with ranch dressing or your favorite dipping sauce on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2283.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	11134.0

Total Fat 1150.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 223.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 795.5mg	0%
Sodium 4875.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 216.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.4g	0%
Total Sugars 37.9g
Protein 101.4g	0%

Vitamin D 80IU	0%
Calcium 1260.8mg	0%
Iron 15.5mg	0%
Potassium 2307.3mg	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: 89.1%

Protein: 3.5%

Carbs: 7.5%