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Cowboy Caviar Jalapeño Popper

Irresistibly Creamy Cowboy Caviar Jalapeño Popper Delight

Enjoy the flavorful Cowboy Caviar Jalapeño Poppers that offer a cheesy texture and customizable taste with fresh ingredients.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 poppers
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese softened
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese or dairy-free option
  • 1 can Canned Black Beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup Corn canned or frozen
  • 1 cup Diced Tomatoes fresh or canned
  • 1 small Red Onion adjust quantity to taste
  • 2 whole Diced Jalapeños adjust based on heat preference
  • ¼ cup Chopped Fresh Cilantro optional
  • 2 tablespoon Lime Juice fresh squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
For the Coating
  • 2 cups Crushed Tortilla Chips use gluten-free if necessary

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • hand mixer
  • spatula
  • plastic wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Soften the Cream Cheese: Let the cream cheese sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
  2. Blend the Cheeses: In a large bowl, mix the softened cream cheese and shredded cheddar until smooth.
  3. Add the Veggies and Beans: Fold in black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, red onion, and jalapeños.
  4. Season the Mixture: Add lime juice, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper; mix gently and taste.
  5. Shape the Mixture: Roll the filling in plastic wrap into a tight log and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  6. Coat the Cheese Log: Unwrap the log and roll it in crushed tortilla chips until coated.
  7. Serve with Flair: Transfer to a platter, garnish with cilantro, and serve with tortilla chips.

Nutrition

Serving: 1popperCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Refrigerate tightly wrapped for up to 3-4 days; freeze uncoated for 2 months. Adjust seasonings to taste.

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