Peanut Butter Jalapeno Poppers

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You get all the flavors of your favorite jalapeno poppers in these spicy, panko-breaded pan-fried cheese balls served with sour cream and chives.

Prep Time:
30 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Additional Time:
1 hr
Total Time:
1 hr 45 mins
Servings:
35
Yield:
35 poppers
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Ingredients

  • 5 fresh jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped

  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

  • cup JIF® Creamy Peanut Butter

  • 2 tablespoons Crosse & Blackwell® Major Grey's Chutney

  • ½ teaspoon Cajun seasoning

  • 2 eggs, beaten

  • ½ cup Pillsbury BEST® All Purpose Flour

  • 1 cup plain panko bread crumbs

  • Crisco® Pure Peanut Oil

  • Salt to taste

  • 1 cup sour cream

  • 3 tablespoons minced fresh chives

Directions

  1. Stir jalapenos, cheese, peanut butter, chutney and Cajun seasoning in medium bowl until blended. Shape into 1/2-inch round balls.

  2. Place egg, flour and breadcrumbs into three separate small bowls. Coat each ball in flour, then egg and breadcrumbs. Chill on baking sheet 1 hour.

  3. Heat 2 inches oil to 350 degrees F in a 6-quart saucepan. Fry poppers 1 1/2-2 minutes each or until golden brown. Drain on paper towel. Season with salt.

  4. Combine sour cream and chives. Serve with poppers.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

65 Calories
4g Fat
5g Carbs
3g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 35
Calories 65
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4g 6%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 15mg 5%
Sodium 67mg 3%
Total Carbohydrate 5g 2%
Dietary Fiber 0g 1%
Total Sugars 0g
Protein 3g 5%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 34mg 3%
Iron 0mg 1%
Potassium 21mg 0%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.