PEPPER POPPER FINGERS

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Our Test Kitchen had a hand in making these Halloween-inspired jalapeno poppers. They're baked instead of fried so making them is a snap. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 1h

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
12 medium jalapeno peppers, stems removed, halved lengthwise and seeded
1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
2 tablespoons ketchup
1/4 cup sliced almonds

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the cheeses, bacon and seasonings. Spoon about 1 tablespoonful into each pepper half. Dip tops of stuffed peppers into bread crumbs. , Place a small amount of ketchup at the end of each popper; top with a sliced almond to resemble a fingernail. Place in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. ,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 95 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 141mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Oscar Sebastian Heredia
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These pepper poppers were the perfect party appetizer. They were easy to make and everyone loved them.


Alex Tracy
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I loved the way the sweetness of the peppers balanced out the spiciness of the jalapeños.


Brazil Server
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These were the best pepper poppers I've ever had! They were easy to make and tasted amazing.


Maisha Begum
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These pepper poppers were delicious! I will definitely be making them again.


Kailey
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They were just okay.


Aubrey Klein
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These were a bit too spicy for me.


IM SO CUTE IM SO RICH
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I loved the combination of flavors.


Victoria Leonard
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These were easy to make and tasted great.


Clinton BrunoSr
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I will definitely be making these again.


Ehlers
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These pepper poppers were a huge hit at my party! Everyone loved them.


Stella Ifeoma
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I thought these pepper poppers were just okay. They weren't bad, but they weren't anything special either.


Brian Jones
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These were a bit too spicy for me, but my husband loved them. He said they were the best pepper poppers he's ever had.


Donna Belincky
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I loved the combination of sweet and spicy in these pepper poppers. They were a great appetizer for my party.


Tanvir Rahman Siam
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These pepper poppers were easy to make and tasted amazing. I will definitely be making them again.


Deon Holland
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The peppers are always cooked perfectly and the cheese is gooey and delicious.


Jadauris McGee
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These pepper poppers were finger-licking good! They were the perfect party appetizer, and my friends and family loved them.