Description
Crispy Mini Jalapeño Popper Egg Rolls are the ultimate cheesy, crunchy appetiser for anyone who loves the classic combination of jalapeños, bacon and melted cheese. Cream cheese, cheddar, Monterey Jack, fresh jalapeños and crispy bacon are tucked inside mini egg roll wrappers, then fried until golden and crunchy. Serve them hot with ranch dressing or a creamy jalapeño dip for an irresistible bite.
Ingredients
8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened
1 cup (100 g) shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup (50 g) shredded Monterey Jack cheese
4–5 fresh jalapeños, finely diced
6 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
2 tbsp green onions, finely sliced
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp smoked paprika
1/4 tsp black pepper
Pinch of salt
12–16 mini egg roll wrappers
1 tbsp water, for sealing
Vegetable oil, for frying
Ranch dressing or creamy jalapeño dip
Fresh green onions, optional
Sliced jalapeños, optional
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, Monterey Jack, finely diced jalapeños, crumbled bacon and sliced green onions. Add the garlic powder, smoked paprika, black pepper and a small pinch of salt. Mix until the filling is creamy and evenly combined.
2. Place one mini egg roll wrapper on a clean work surface with one corner pointing towards you. Add about 1 tablespoon of the jalapeño-bacon filling to the centre of the wrapper. Avoid overfilling.
3. Fold the bottom corner over the filling, then tuck the sides inward and roll the wrapper tightly. Brush the final corner with a little water and press firmly to seal. Repeat with the remaining wrappers and filling.
4. Pour enough vegetable oil into a deep skillet or saucepan to create a suitable frying depth. Heat the oil to approximately 350°F (175°C).
5. Working in small batches, carefully add the mini egg rolls to the hot oil. Fry for 2–3 minutes, turning occasionally, until the wrappers are golden brown and crisp.
6. Carefully remove the cooked egg rolls from the oil and transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate or wire rack to remove excess oil.
7. Serve the crispy egg rolls immediately with ranch dressing, creamy jalapeño dip or your favourite dipping sauce. Garnish with sliced green onions and fresh jalapeños if desired.
Notes
Soften the cream cheese before mixing so the filling combines evenly.
Use about 1 tablespoon of filling per wrapper to keep the egg rolls neat and easy to seal.
Seal the wrappers firmly with a little water along the final corner to help prevent the filling from escaping during frying.
Keep the oil at approximately 350°F (175°C) so the wrappers become crisp and golden.
Fry in small batches and avoid overcrowding the pan.
Serve immediately while the wrappers are hot and crunchy.
Ranch dressing and creamy jalapeño dip both pair well with the cheesy, spicy filling.
For an appetiser platter, arrange the egg rolls with extra sliced jalapeños and fresh green onions.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American