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Pepperoni Jalapeno Poppers

Jalapenos are cut in half and combined with cheesy pepperoni, and then baked until the cheese is bubbly and the jalapenos are golden.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 poppers
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 10 jalapenos halved
  • 6 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar
  • 1/2 cup pepperoni diced
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 tsp garlic powder

Method
 

  1. Heat oven to 375F and halve the jalapenos, removing seeds.
  2. Mix the cream cheese, cheddar, pepperoni, and garlic powder.
  3. Spoon the filling into each jalapeno half.
  4. Sprinkle the tops with breadcrumbs.
  5. Arrange on a baking sheet.
  6. Bake 18 to 20 minutes until golden and bubbling.

Notes

Wear gloves while seeding the jalapenos to spare your hands.