Description
Fresno Poppers are a spicy, cheesy appetizer made with Fresno chili peppers stuffed with a creamy cheese filling and baked or grilled to perfection. Great for parties or game day snacks.
Ingredients
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- 12 Fresno chili peppers
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled (optional)
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooking spray or olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) or heat a grill to medium heat.
- Slice Fresno peppers in half lengthwise and remove seeds and membranes.
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, cheddar cheese, bacon (if using), green onions, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Spoon the cheese mixture into each pepper half.
- Place stuffed peppers on a baking sheet lined with foil or directly on the grill.
- Lightly spray with cooking spray or drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake for 15–20 minutes or grill for 10–15 minutes until peppers are tender and cheese is bubbly.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Wear gloves when handling hot peppers to avoid irritation.
- For extra crispiness, top with breadcrumbs before baking.
- Substitute Fresno peppers with jalapeños for a spicier version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 poppers
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg