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Jalapeño Popper Egg Rolls

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  • Author: Daniel Mercer
  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Appetizers

Description

Golden-crisp wrappers enclose a gooey blend of cream cheese, cheddar, crunchy bacon, and fiery jalapeños that burst with flavor in every bite.


Ingredients

  • 8 each egg roll wrapper
  • 4 oz cream cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 each jalapeño pepper
  • 3 slice cooked and crumbled bacon
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp paprika
  • 2 cup vegetable oil


Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl combine cream cheese shredded cheddar jalapeño pepper bacon garlic powder and paprika stirring until well mixed.
  2. Place one egg roll wrapper on a clean surface with one corner pointing toward you spoon about two tablespoons of filling onto the center.
  3. Moisten the edges of the wrapper with water fold the bottom corner over the filling then fold in the sides and roll tightly sealing the top corner.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium heat until it reaches 350°F.
  5. Carefully add egg rolls to the oil in batches cooking for 2 to 3 minutes per side or until golden brown and crisp.
  6. Remove egg rolls with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

Notes

  • For a lighter option bake egg rolls at 425°F for 15 to 18 minutes turning halfway through.
  • Increase or decrease jalapeño quantity to adjust the heat level.
  • Serve with ranch dressing chipotle mayo or your favorite dipping sauce.
  • Store leftover egg rolls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two days and reheat in the oven.