Description
Jalapeño popper egg rolls combine creamy cheese and spicy peppers in a crispy wrapper. Crisp exterior gives way to a melted center that delights taste buds with its perfect balance of heat and richness. Guests will crave these addictive appetizers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 egg roll wrappers
- 4 oz (113 g) cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup (60 g) shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup (60 g) shredded monterey jack cheese
- 4 jalapenos, finely diced (seeds removed for less heat)
- 4 slices cooked bacon, crumbled (optional)
- 1 egg, beaten (for sealing wrappers)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- salt and pepper, to taste
- oil for frying (vegetable or canola)
- ranch dressing
- sour cream
- chipotle mayo
Instructions
- Prep Filling: Blend cream cheese, cheddar, Monterey Jack, diced jalapenos, crumbled bacon, garlic and onion powder into a cohesive, flavor-packed mixture. Season with salt and pepper to enhance overall taste complexity.
- Wrapper Positioning: Lay egg roll wrapper diagonally, creating a diamond shape. Centralize a hearty spoonful of prepared filling near the bottom corner, maintaining precise placement.
- Rolling Technique: Fold bottom corner over filling, carefully tuck side edges inward, and roll into a tight cylindrical shape. Seal final corner using beaten egg as a binding agent, pressing firmly to ensure complete closure.
- Frying Process: Heat oil in deep skillet to 350F. Immerse egg rolls in small batches, rotating methodically to achieve uniform golden-brown crispness and maintain structural integrity.
- Finishing Touch: Retrieve egg rolls with slotted spoon once they reach rich amber color, allowing excess oil to drain on paper towels. Serve immediately with ranch dressing or sour cream for a cool, complementary dipping experience.
Notes
- Manage Pepper Heat: Control jalapeno spiciness by removing seeds and membranes for milder flavor, or keep them for extra kick.
- Prevent Wrapper Tearing: Use room temperature cream cheese and avoid overfilling to ensure clean, tight rolling without structural compromise.
- Optimize Oil Temperature: Maintain consistent 350F for perfect golden-brown exterior; use a thermometer to prevent burning or undercooking.
- Adapt Dietary Needs: Substitute bacon with vegetarian alternatives like smoked mushrooms or tempeh for plant-based version; use gluten-free wrappers for celiac-friendly option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 50mg