Jalapeño Popper Cups
Jalapeño Popper Cups
Ingredients
For the Phyllo Shells
- 2 boxes Athens phyllo shells, thawed
For the Creamy Filling
- 8 ounces Philadelphia cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 jalapeño, diced, seeds and membranes removed for less heat (optional)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 cup green onions, diced
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
Instructions
- 1
Ensure Athens phyllo shells are thawed according to package directions. Preheat your oven to 325°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
⏱️ 2 min•🌡️ 325
- 2
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, diced jalapeño, garlic powder, diced green onions, and crumbled bacon. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined and the mixture is uniform.
⏱️ 8 min
- 3
Carefully arrange the thawed phyllo shells on the prepared baking sheet. Gently scoop a small amount of the creamy filling into each phyllo shell, being careful not to overfill or break the delicate shells. You should get approximately 30 filled cups.
⏱️ 10 min
- 4
Bake the filled phyllo cups in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until the filling is hot and bubbly and the phyllo shells are lightly golden and crisp.
⏱️ 15 min•🌡️ 325
- 5
Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving warm. Enjoy these bite-sized Jalapeño Popper Cups as a delicious appetizer!
⏱️ 5 min
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Jalapeño Popper Cups
Ingredients
For the Phyllo Shells
- 2 boxes Athens phyllo shells, thawed
For the Creamy Filling
- 8 ounces Philadelphia cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 jalapeño, diced, seeds and membranes removed for less heat (optional)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 cup green onions, diced
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
Instructions
- 1
Ensure Athens phyllo shells are thawed according to package directions. Preheat your oven to 325°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
⏱️ 2 min•🌡️ 325 - 2
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, diced jalapeño, garlic powder, diced green onions, and crumbled bacon. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined and the mixture is uniform.
⏱️ 8 min - 3
Carefully arrange the thawed phyllo shells on the prepared baking sheet. Gently scoop a small amount of the creamy filling into each phyllo shell, being careful not to overfill or break the delicate shells. You should get approximately 30 filled cups.
⏱️ 10 min - 4
Bake the filled phyllo cups in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until the filling is hot and bubbly and the phyllo shells are lightly golden and crisp.
⏱️ 15 min•🌡️ 325 - 5
Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving warm. Enjoy these bite-sized Jalapeño Popper Cups as a delicious appetizer!
⏱️ 5 min