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Jalapeño Cornbread Poppers

Zesty Jalapeño Cornbread Poppers for Your Next Gathering

Delicious Jalapeño Cornbread Poppers are a must-try appetizer that combines spicy jalapeños and cheesy cornbread, perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 poppers
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Poppers
  • 5 Jalapeño Peppers Can substitute with mild peppers.
  • 1 box Cornbread Mix Any standard preparation mix.
  • 1.5 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese Can mix in pepper jack or a vegan alternative.
  • 1 cup Canned Corn Fresh corn is a substitute when in season.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Additional Shredded Cheese For topping.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and prepare your baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Slice the jalapeños in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and veins.
  3. Prepare the cornbread mix according to the package instructions and fold in the canned corn and shredded cheddar cheese.
  4. Spoon the cornbread mixture into each jalapeño half, filling neatly without overfilling.
  5. Sprinkle additional shredded cheese over the filled jalapeño halves.
  6. Bake for 15-20 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and the cornbread is golden-brown.
  7. Allow them to cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1popperCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 5gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Can customize with different cheeses or add cooked sausage for variations. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Can freeze for up to 3 months and reheat in the oven.

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