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Vegan Jalapeno Poppers

These Vegan Jalapeño Poppers are easy to make with jalapeno peppers stuffed with a dairy-free cream cheese filling and topped with crunchy tortilla chips. They are the perfect fun and crowd-pleasing appetizers for Super Bowl or any game day parties! Gluten-free, dairy-free, low carb and keto-friendly.

Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Keyword jalapeno popper
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings 24 poppers
Author Kelly

Ingredients

  • 12 jalapeños

Filling

  • ¾ cup vegan cream cheese , such as Kite-Hill or Violife. You can also sub with regular cream cheese if you're not dairy-free or plant-based.
  • 1.5 cups grated vegan cheddar cheese , such as Violife or Chao, plus more for topping. You can also sub with regular cheese if you're not dairy-free or plant-based.
  • 6 strips vegan bacon , cooked until crispy + chopped or crumbled. You can also sub with regular bacon (Applegate) if you're not plant-based.
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh chives
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • salt and black pepper , to taste

Topping

  • A handful of crushed gluten-free tortilla chips or panko crumbs , we like Siete, Real Phat Foods or Paleo Power for a gluten-free / grain-free option.

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400 F. Line a baking sheet / baking pan with parchment paper and set aside.

  2. Cook the bacon in the air fryer, oven or pan-fry until crispy. Cut or crumble into small pieces. Set aside.

  3. Cut the jalapeños in half lengthways, then scoop out the seeds and membrane with a spoon. A melon spoon works well to get them out. You may want to wear gloves when touching the jalapeños to avoid any burning.

    Place the jalapeños onto the prepared baking sheet / baking pan.

  4. In a bowl mix together the filling until combined.

  5. Using a teaspoon, spoon some of the mixture into each jalapeño half. Repeat until they are all filled.

    Sprinkle a layer of the crushed chips or panko crumbs over each popper. Top each with a little bit of grated cheese.

  6. Bake in the oven for 18-20 minutes, or until tender and the cheese is melted. You can also air fry at 375F (working in batches in a single layer) for 9-12 minutes, or until tender and the cheese is melted.

  7. Remove the baking sheet / baking pan from the oven and sprinkle with some extra chopped chives and serve.

Nutrition Facts
Vegan Jalapeno Poppers
Amount Per Serving (1 jalapeno)
Calories 0
* Nutrition facts are provided as a courtesy using the WPRM recipe calculator. It is best to make your own calculations to ensure accuracy. We expressly disclaim any and all liability of any kind with respect to any act or omission wholly or in part in reliance on anything contained in this website. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.