Louisiana Poppers

Louisiana Poppers
10 min.
10
219kcal

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If you're looking for a crowd-pleasing appetizer or side dish that packs a flavorful punch, these Louisiana Poppers are sure to hit the spot. Combining the creamy heat of jalapeño poppers with savory sausage and the satisfying crunch of buttery cracker crumbs, this recipe offers a delicious blend of textures and tastes. Perfect for game day, casual gatherings, or a quick snack, these poppers are easy to prepare yet impressive enough to wow your guests.

The magic of this recipe lies in the combination of spicy jalapeños and rich cream cheese wrapped in seasoned pork sausage, all coated with a crispy cracker crust. Baking the poppers ensures the sausage is cooked through with a golden exterior, while the melted cheese inside oozes out when you bite into each half. Plus, it’s a versatile dish with a homemade variation that allows you to stuff pickled jalapeños with cream cheese yourself, making the dish fresh and customizable.

With only about 219 calories per serving and prepared in just around 30 minutes, these Louisiana Poppers are both satisfying and manageable for those short on time but big on flavor. Whether you're a spicy food lover or just appreciate a rich, meaty appetizer, this recipe offers a delightful balance that will quickly become a favorite in your recipe collection.

Ingredients

  •  sleeve round buttery crackers crushed
  • oz cream cheese jalapeño poppers frozen
  • lb sausage meat 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • paper towels
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • ziploc bags

Directions

  1. Divide sausage into 10 equal portions; press 1 portion around each popper, covering completely.
  2. Roll in cracker crumbs.
  3. Place on a wire rack in a jelly-roll pan.
  4. Bake at 375 for 30 minutes or until thoroughly cooked.
  5. Drain briefly on paper towels.
  6. Cut in half before serving.
  7. Homemade Variation: Substitute 2 (7-oz.) cans pickled whole jalapeo peppers, drained, for frozen poppers.
  8. Cut stem ends off each jalapeo pepper.
  9. Remove and discard seeds and membranes.
  10. Place 1/2 (8-oz.) package cream cheese, softened, in a zip-top plastic bag. Seal bag, and snip a small hole in 1 corner of bag. Pipe cream cheese into hollowed peppers. Cover stuffed peppers evenly with sausage as directed, making sure each pepper is completely covered by sausage so that cheese is sealed inside. Continue preparing and baking stuffed peppers as directed in Steps 1 and
  11. Note: For testing purposes only, we used Poppers Cream Cheese Jalapeos and La Costea Green Pickled Jalapeo Peppers.

Nutrition Facts

Calories219kcal
Protein15.16%
Fat82.19%
Carbs2.65%

Properties

Glycemic Index
5.5
Glycemic Load
0.34
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
4.0134782647795%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:218.75kcal
10.94%
Fat:19.91g
30.62%
Saturated Fat:8.59g
53.67%
Carbohydrates:1.44g
0.48%
Net Carbohydrates:1.44g
0.52%
Sugar:0.88g
0.97%
Cholesterol:55.57mg
18.52%
Sodium:362.34mg
15.75%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:8.26g
16.52%
Vitamin B3:2.17mg
10.84%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.75%
Phosphorus:86.32mg
8.63%
Vitamin B6:0.15mg
7.58%
Zinc:1.1mg
7.33%
Vitamin B12:0.44µg
7.26%
Vitamin A:338.61IU
6.77%
Vitamin B2:0.11mg
6.37%
Vitamin B5:0.43mg
4.35%
Potassium:142.79mg
4.08%
Vitamin D:0.59µg
3.93%
Iron:0.54mg
3.01%
Selenium:1.96µg
2.81%
Calcium:26.54mg
2.65%
Magnesium:8.45mg
2.11%
Vitamin E:0.29mg
1.94%
Copper:0.03mg
1.72%
Source:My Recipes