Fried Jalapeno Popper Bites

Jalapeno Popper Bites are deep fried, melted cheese balls stuffed with diced jalapeños and bacon, coated in crispy breadcrumbs.

Course Appetizer

Cuisine Mexican

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 10

Additional Time 30

Total Time 55

Servings bites

Calories 153kcal

Mix together the cream cheese, shredded pepper jack cheese, diced jalapenos, bacon bits, and sriracha sauce.
Scoop the mixture and form into balls. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze for 30 minutes.
Put the flour into one bowl and the beaten eggs in a second bowl.
In the third bowl, combine the panko bread crumbs, plain bread crumbs, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and salt.
Heat oil in a deep fryer (or use a large pot with a thermometer) to 350˚F.
Remove cheese balls from the freezer. Dip in the flour mixture, then into the beaten eggs, and finally coat with the bread crumbs mixture.
Fry several bites at once for 2-3 minutes, until golden brown.
Drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge or freezer.

Reheat in the oven at 375˚ for 5-8 minutes or in the microwave on high for 15-20 seconds.
Prepare ahead of time without frying. Store in the refrigerator overnight and remove when ready to fry. Or store in the freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before frying.
Nutrition facts were calculated using three tablespoons of oil since most of it wasn't absorbed. Your results may vary depending on your oil temperature, length of cooking time, and the fryer you use.