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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Appetizer
Calories 200 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Jalapeño Poppers:

  • 10 large jalapeños halved and deseeded
  • 1/2 cup your favorite plant-based meat crumbles Beyond Meat, Impossible, or homemade lentil/walnut mix
  • 1 tbsp olive oil for cooking plant-based meat
  • 1 cup dairy-free cream cheese store-bought or homemade
  • 1/2 cup shredded vegan cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tbsp nutritional yeast optional for extra cheesiness
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh chives or green onions

For the Crispy Coating:

  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs or gluten-free breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup crushed tortilla chips for extra crunch, optional
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened plant milk for binding

Optional Toppings:

  • Chopped fresh cilantro
  • Vegan ranch or chipotle mayo for dipping

Instructions
 

Step 1: Cook the Plant-Based Meat

  • ? Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add plant-based meat crumbles and cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally. If using homemade lentil or walnut crumbles, season with a pinch of garlic powder, smoked paprika, and salt for extra flavor.

Step 2: Prep the Jalapeños

  • ? Slice each jalapeño in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and membranes. (Tip: Wear gloves to avoid spicy hands!)

Step 3: Make the Creamy Filling

  • ? In a bowl, mix dairy-free cream cheese, shredded vegan cheddar, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, nutritional yeast, and chopped chives. Stir in the cooked plant-based meat until well combined.

Step 4: Stuff the Jalapeños

  • ?️ Using a spoon, generously stuff each jalapeño half with the creamy, cheesy, plant-based meat mixture.

Step 5: Coat with Crunchy Topping

  • ? In a small bowl, mix panko breadcrumbs, crushed tortilla chips, smoked paprika, and salt.
  • ? Dip each stuffed jalapeño into plant milk, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture for extra crispiness.

Step 6: Bake Until Golden

  • ? Arrange the poppers on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20 minutes, or until golden and crispy.

Step 7: Serve & Enjoy!

  • ? Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with vegan ranch, chipotle mayo, or guacamole for dipping!

Notes

? These loaded, cheesy, crispy, spicy jalapeño poppers are a MUST for game day! Who’s making them?! ?️? Let me know in the comments!

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Keyword Easy, vegan
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