Crispy Deep-Fried Jalapeño Poppers Recipe

Name: Crispy Deep-Fried Jalapeño Poppers Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound jalapenos; 1 pound (16 ounces) cream cheese; 2 tablespoons fresh juice from 2 limes; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon onion powder; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; Kosher salt; 2 cups whole milk; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 2 cups fine breadcrumbs; 1 to 2 quarts vegetable or canola oil, for frying; 1 batch; or your favorite salsa, for serving

Servings: persons

1 pound jalapenos
1 pound (16 ounces) cream cheese
2 tablespoons fresh juice from 2 limes
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
Kosher salt
2 cups whole milk
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups fine breadcrumbs
1 to 2 quarts vegetable or canola oil, for frying
1 batch
or your favorite salsa, for serving

1
Wearing gloves if you have them, trim off and discard the top and bottom of each jalapeno. Cut each jalapeno crosswise into 1-inch rings. Remove seeds and white inner ribs from each ring (a small melon-baller works well for this).
2
In a medium mixing bowl, stir cream cheese with lime juice, garlic powder, onion powder, and cumin until thoroughly blended. Season with salt. Using a butter knife, pack cream cheese into each jalapeno ring, filling it completely and smoothing the surface.
3
Fill 1 bowl with milk, 1 bowl with flour, and 1 bowl with breadcrumbs. Working 1 popper at a time, dip in milk, then transfer to flour.
4
Coat popper in flour all over. Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet and repeat with remaining poppers. Let floured poppers stand for 5 minutes.
5
Working 1 popper at a time, return floured popper to milk, turning to coat. Transfer to breadcrumbs.
6
Pack popper in breadcrumbs, turning to coat, until an even coating has formed. Repeat with remaining poppers.
7
Heat 2 inches of oil to 350u00b0F. Add poppers and fry, gently turning and stirring, until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined baking sheet and season with salt. Let stand 5 minutes before serving with salsa.

1085

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound jalapenos, 1 pound (16 ounces) cream cheese, 2 tablespoons fresh juice from 2 limes, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, and more.

Yes, Crispy Deep-Fried Jalapeño Poppers Recipe falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!