Crab & Cream Cheese Jalapeño Poppers
Delicious jalapeño poppers filled with a creamy mixture of crab and cheese, perfect for appetizers or snacks.
Servings: 10 poppers
Calories: 150kcal
Ingredients
Jalapeño Filling
- 1 cup canned crab meat, drained and flaked You can substitute with fresh crab for enhanced flavor.
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened Ensure it's at room temperature for easy mixing.
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 10 fresh jalapeños, sliced lengthwise and seeded Adjust heat level by removing seeds.
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- to taste salt and pepper
- Vegetable oil or butter for greasing Use for greasing the baking sheet.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the jalapeños by slicing them lengthwise and removing the seeds.
- In a mixing bowl, stir together the softened cream cheese, drained crab meat, shredded cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
Assembly
- Generously fill each jalapeño half with the cheese and crab mixture, ensuring they hold their shape.
- Lightly grease a baking sheet with vegetable oil or butter.
- Place the stuffed jalapeños on the baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
Serving
- Allow jalapeño poppers to cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, add smoked paprika or cayenne. You can also substitute shrimp for crab or add herbs for freshness. Prepare the poppers in advance and refrigerate before baking.