🔥🧀 Spicy Jalapeño Popper Egg Rolls
Crispy, cheesy, spicy, and totally addictive — this fusion appetizer is everything you love about jalapeño poppers, wrapped up in a crunchy egg roll shell. Perfect for game day, parties, or whenever you want something bold and fun.
📝 Ingredients (Makes ~10 egg rolls):
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
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½ cup cooked bacon, crumbled
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3–4 jalapeños, finely diced (remove seeds for less heat)
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1 green onion, thinly sliced (optional)
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10 egg roll wrappers
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1 egg, beaten (for sealing)
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Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)
🌶️ Optional Add-Ins:
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¼ tsp garlic powder
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¼ tsp onion powder
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A few dashes of hot sauce or crushed red pepper flakes for extra kick
👨🍳 Instructions:
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Mix the filling:
In a medium bowl, combine cream cheese, cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, diced jalapeños, green onion (if using), and any seasonings you like. Mix until smooth. -
Assemble egg rolls:
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Lay an egg roll wrapper like a diamond (point facing you).
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Spoon 2–3 tablespoons of filling into the center.
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Fold the bottom point up over the filling, then fold in both sides.
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Brush the top corner with beaten egg and roll it up tightly to seal.
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Repeat with remaining wrappers.
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Fry:
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Heat 2–3 inches of oil in a deep skillet or pot to 350°F (175°C).
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Fry egg rolls in batches for 3–4 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
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Drain on paper towels.
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Serve:
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Let cool slightly and serve warm with ranch, chipotle mayo, or jalapeño ranch dip.
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💡 Tips:
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Want to bake instead of fry? Brush with oil and bake at 400°F for 18–20 minutes, flipping halfway.
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Air fryer option: Spray lightly with oil and cook at 375°F for 10–12 minutes, turning once.