**Satisfy your taste buds and appetite with a delectable journey into the world of ham and cheese pepper poppers – an tantalizing combination of spicy, creamy, and savory flavors.**
From classic poppers filled with melty cheese and smoky ham to variations like bacon-wrapped poppers and spicy jalapeño poppers, this article offers a diverse collection of recipes that cater to every palate.
Whether you prefer a quick and easy air fryer popper or a traditional baked version, these recipes provide step-by-step instructions to guide you through the cooking process.
So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven or air fryer, and prepare to embark on a culinary adventure filled with explosive flavors and cheesy goodness.
SWEET PEPPER POPPERS
These Sweet Pepper Poppers are the perfect appetizers for parties and family gatherings. Ready in 30 minutes this oven baked party food is easy to make and tastes amazing!
Provided by Julia
Categories Appetizer Party Food
Time 22m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F/200°C.
- Meanwhile: Fry the bacon pieces until cooked.
- Rinse the peppers and cut each of them in half. Make sure to leave the green parts on. Remove the seeds and membranes.
- Mix together cheddar cheese, cream cheese, black pepper and bacon.
- Fill the peppers with the mixture and bake for 10-13 minutes or until heated through and the peppers are soft.
- Best served right away!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 86 kcal, Carbohydrate 1 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 21 mg, Sodium 103 mg, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving
HAM AND CHEESE JALAPENO POPPERS
Steps:
- Combine the cream cheese, ham, Swiss, mozzarella, pickles, mustard, cayenne and paprika in a medium bowl.
- Stuff the jalapeno halves with the filling and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment.
- Set up 3 bowls. In the first, mix together the flour with a pinch of salt and a few cracks of pepper. In the second, beat the eggs with the milk, a pinch of salt and a few cracks of pepper. In the third, place the cracker crumbs.
- Coat the stuffed peppers first in the flour mixture, then in the egg mixture and then in the cracker crumbs.
- Heat 2 inches of oil in a heavy-bottomed pot until a deep-frying thermometer registers 365 degrees F.
- Fry the stuffed jalapenos in batches until golden brown on all sides, about 2 minutes per batch. Alternatively, you can bake the poppers in the oven at 350 degrees F for 30 minutes.
PEPPER POPPERS
These creamy stuffed jalapenos have some bite. They may be the most popular treats I make! My husband is always hinting that I should make a batch. -Lisa Byington, Johnson City, New York
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 40m
Yield about 2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325°. In a large bowl, combine cheeses, bacon and seasonings; mix well. Spoon about 2 tablespoonfuls into each pepper half. Roll in bread crumbs., Place in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake, uncovered, until cheese is melted and peppers are heated through, 15-20 minutes. Serve with sour cream, dip or dressing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 94 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 167mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
JALAPEñO POPPERS
There are many delicious versions of jalapeño poppers: Some are breaded and deep-fried, others use two kinds of cheese, and another, called armadillo eggs, calls for enrobing the cheese-stuffed peppers with ground meat and bacon. These easy-baked poppers are filled with tangy cream cheese - brightened with scallions, cilantro, garlic and lime zest - then wrapped with bacon for looks, salt and crunch. For a vegetarian variation, sprinkle the stuffed jalapeños with finely crumbled tortilla chips before baking to complement the crisp-tender chiles and the molten-cheese filling.
Provided by Alexa Weibel
Categories snack, finger foods, appetizer
Time 1h
Yield 24 poppers
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 400 degrees. Line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil, then top with a wire rack.
- Halve jalapeños lengthwise. (Do your best to halve them through their stems for added visual appeal.) Using the tip of a small spoon, scoop out and discard the seeds. Set the halved jalapeños aside.
- In a medium bowl, stir together the cream cheese, cilantro, scallions, garlic and lime zest, if using; season generously with salt and pepper.
- Season the inside of each halved jalapeño with salt and pepper, then fill each with about 2 teaspoons of the cream cheese mixture. (Fill until there's a slight dome on top.) Wrap each stuffed jalapeño with 1 piece of bacon, setting one tip of bacon on top of the cream cheese filling, then wrapping the bacon under and over the popper at an angle, so the bacon covers the filling on top in two layers. (The bacon will shrink as it cooks, so you want to make sure the top of the popper is well covered.) Arrange poppers evenly on the wire rack, nestling each popper between two parallel wires to keep it upright so the cream cheese doesn't spill during baking.
- Transfer to the oven, and bake until bacon is cooked through, about 25 minutes. Broil on the rack closest to the broiler until crisp, about 2 minutes. Let cool for 5 minutes, then serve warm.
Tips:
- Choose the right peppers: Look for large, firm bell peppers with thick walls. Avoid peppers that are bruised or have blemishes.
- Prepare the peppers properly: Cut the peppers in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and ribs. Rinse the peppers well and pat them dry.
- Use a variety of cheeses: Feel free to experiment with different types of cheese, such as cheddar, mozzarella, Parmesan, or goat cheese.
- Don't overstuff the peppers: You want the peppers to be filled, but not so full that they burst open during cooking.
- Cook the peppers until they are tender: The peppers should be cooked until they are soft and slightly browned. This will take about 15-20 minutes.
- Serve the peppers immediately: Ham and cheese pepper poppers are best served hot and fresh out of the oven.
Conclusion:
Ham and cheese pepper poppers are a delicious and versatile appetizer that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are easy to make and can be customized to your own taste preferences. Whether you like them mild or spicy, cheesy or gooey, there is a ham and cheese pepper popper recipe out there for you. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy appetizer, give these poppers a try. You won't be disappointed!
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