Description
Cheesy Jalapeno Bites are the ultimate crowd-pleaser, blending creamy cheeses with the perfect amount of spicy jalapenos. These bites are easy to make and deliver a delightful flavor explosion that will leave your guests craving more. Perfect for any occasion, whether it’s game day, a casual gathering, or a cozy movie night, these cheesy delights are sure to impress. Not only can you adjust the spiciness to suit your taste, but they also pair wonderfully with a variety of dips and sides. Get ready to elevate your appetizer game with these irresistible treats!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Monterey jack cheese (freshly shredded)
- 1 cup pepper jack cheese (freshly shredded)
- 3 medium jalapeños (seeded and finely diced)
- 1 teaspoon garlic (minced)
- ½ cup flour
- ¼ teaspoon Kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 teaspoons water
- 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Vegetable or canola oil (for frying)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the Monterey jack and pepper jack cheeses with diced jalapeños and minced garlic.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and pepper. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs with water.
- Roll small portions of the cheese mixture into balls, then coat them in flour, dip in egg wash, and roll in breadcrumbs.
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Fry each bite until golden brown, approximately 3 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 bites (90g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 90mg