Description
Indulge in the delightful crunch of Jalapeño Popper Stuffed Onion Rings, a unique twist on classic appetizers. These crispy fried rings are filled with a creamy mixture of cream cheese, shredded cheddar, and zesty jalapeños, offering an explosion of flavor in every bite. Perfect for game day, parties, or casual gatherings, these onion rings are sure to impress your guests and keep them coming back for more. With just the right balance of spice and creaminess, this appetizer is both fun to make and irresistible to eat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large yellow or sweet onions
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar
- 1–2 jalapeños (finely diced)
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs (beaten)
- 1½ cups seasoned breadcrumbs or panko
- Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)
Instructions
- Slice onions into ½-inch thick rings and separate layers.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, cheddar, jalapeños, and any optional ingredients. Chill for 10 minutes.
- Fill each onion ring with the mixture.
- Freeze filled rings on a parchment-lined tray for 20–30 minutes.
- Set up breading station with flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs. Dredge each frozen ring in flour, egg, then breadcrumbs.
- Heat oil to 350°F (175°C) and fry onion rings in batches for 2–3 minutes until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels and serve hot with dipping sauces.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg