Cheesy Jalapeño Popper Bites
If you’re searching for a crowd-pleasing snack that combines gooey cheesiness with a delightful crunch, look no further than these Cheesy Jalapeño Popper Bites! Encased in crisp phyllo shells, these bites are filled with a creamy blend of cheeses and jalapeños, delivering just the right amount of heat. Perfect for parties, game nights, or cozy movie marathons, they are sure to impress your guests. What’s even better? They’re quick to prepare and can be made ahead of time for effortless entertaining. Enjoy every cheesy, spicy morsel!
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 15 servings (30 bites) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 30 frozen phyllo shells
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 2 TBSP mayonnaise
- 1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 jalapeño pepper (fresh)
- 3 TBSP jarred diced jalapeño
- 1/8 tsp garlic powder
- 1/8 tsp salt
- Optional: veggie bacon bits or crispy chickpeas
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, and cheddar cheese until smooth.
- Stir in diced fresh jalapeño, jarred jalapeños, garlic powder, and salt until well mixed.
- Generously fill each phyllo shell with the cheese mixture and top with veggie bacon bits if using.
- Arrange filled shells on a baking sheet and bake for 10-15 minutes or until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 bites
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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