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Baked Spicy Bites
These lightened-up, baked Jalapeno Poppers will make the perfect party appetizer or snack. Spicy and delicious!
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
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Main Ingredients
12
pieces
Jalapeno Peppers (sliced in half lengthwise)
4.5
oz
Light Cream Cheese
5
medium
Scallions (green part only, sliced)
2
oz
Shredded Low Fat Sharp Cheddar (I used Cabot 50%)
0.5
cup
Egg beaters or egg whites (beaten)
0.5
cup
Panko crumbs
0.125
tsp
Paprika
0.125
tsp
Garlic Powder
0.125
tsp
Chili Powder
to taste
Salt
to taste
Fresh Pepper
to taste
Spray Oil
Instructions
Preparation Steps
Preheat oven to 350F.
Wearing rubber gloves, cut peppers in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds and membrane.
Combine cream cheese, cheddar and scallions in a medium bowl.
Combine panko, paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, salt and pepper in another bowl.
Fill peppers with cheese filling with a small spoon or spatula.
Dip peppers in egg beaters.
Place pepper in panko mixture, using a spoon to make sure all the seasoning doesn't fall to the bottom of the bowl.
Spray a baking pan with oil spray. (I lined my pan with parchment for easier cleanup)
Lightly spray the peppers with a little more oil spray.
Bake in the oven for about 20-25 minutes, until golden and cheese oozes out. Remove from oven and serve immediately. Serve hot.
Notes
Enjoy these delicious and spicy bites!