Description
Crispy, golden-brown Jalapeno Popper Egg Rolls filled with a creamy blend of cheeses, fresh jalapeños, and crumbled bacon, perfect as a spicy appetizer or party snack. These flavorful egg rolls are fried to perfection and can be paired with ranch or your favorite dipping sauce for an irresistible treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 4–5 fresh jalapeños, seeded and finely diced
- 4 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Assembly
- 12 egg roll wrappers
For Frying
- Oil for frying (vegetable or canola oil)
Instructions
- Prepare the filling: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, Monterey Jack cheese, diced jalapeños, crumbled bacon, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated into a creamy filling.
- Assemble the egg rolls: Lay an egg roll wrapper flat on a clean surface with one corner pointing towards you. Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the filling near the bottom corner of the wrapper. Fold the bottom corner over the filling, then fold in the two side corners tightly. Roll the wrapper up firmly towards the top corner and seal the edge with a small amount of water to keep it closed. Repeat this process with the remaining wrappers and filling.
- Heat the oil: Pour about 2 inches of vegetable or canola oil into a deep skillet or pot and heat it to 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer to maintain the oil temperature for perfect frying results.
- Fry the egg rolls: Carefully place the egg rolls into the hot oil in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry them for about 3 to 4 minutes, turning occasionally so they brown evenly. Cook until the egg rolls are golden brown and crispy on all sides.
- Drain and serve: Remove the egg rolls from the oil with a slotted spoon and drain them on paper towels to absorb excess oil. Serve them hot with ranch dressing or your preferred dipping sauce for a delicious appetizer or snack.
Notes
- You can adjust the quantity of jalapeños based on how much heat you prefer in your egg rolls.
- For a smoky flavor twist, add a pinch of smoked paprika to the cheese and jalapeño filling.
- If you prefer a lighter version, these egg rolls can be baked at 400°F for 18–20 minutes or air-fried at 375°F for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway through cooking.
