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Pizza Jalapeno Poppers

Pizza Jalapeno Poppers
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There’s no need to decide between two game day favorites with these Pizza Jalapeno Poppers filled with four types of molten, creamy cheeses.

  • Author: Nicole Stover
  • Prep Time: 15
  • Refrigeration: 60
  • Cook Time: 18
  • Total Time: 1 hour 33 minutes
  • Yield: 8 1x
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Grilling

Ingredients

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  • 12 jalapenos, medium to large in size
  • 6 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
  • 2/3 cup ricotta, whole milk preferred
  • 8 ounces mozzarella, shredded
  • 4 tablespoons grated parmesan, divided
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning, plus extra for topping
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, or more to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional
  • Pizza toppings such as mini pepperoni or sliced olives
  • Pizza sauce for serving
  • Fresh basil for serving

Instructions

  1. Cut the jalapenos in half. Use a small spoon or melon baller to carefully remove the seeds and membranes from the jalapenos. Place them on a baking sheet.
  2. Add the softened cream cheese, ricotta, and seasonings to a bowl and mix to combine.
  3. Add the mozzarella and 2 tablespoons of parmesan to the bowl and stir to mix.
  4. Use a small spoon to fil a jalapeno half. Level it off with a knife, being careful not to over fill. Repeating with the remaining jalapeno halves.
  5. Sprinkle the remaining 2 tablespoons of parmesan over the top. Add your pizza toppings. Sprinkle a little additional Italian seasoning over the top.
  6. Let refrigerate for an hour if possible.
  7. Prepare your grill for 2 zone grilling. If using a gas grill preheat it to between 375-400 degrees, not lighting all of your burners. If using a charcoal grill bank your charcoal to one side. Add wood chips for additional flavor if desired.
  8. Carefully position the jalapeno poppers on the cooler side. You can use the grates to help prop them up and keep them stable.
  9. Close the lid and allow them to grill for 18-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden and the jalapenos are cooked to your level of doneness. 
  10. Carefully remove them from the grill. Garnish with additional grated parmesan and fresh basil. Serve with pizza sauce or marinara. 

Notes

  1. This same recipe can be baked in the oven. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees. Place the pizza jalapeno poppers on either a baking rack fit into a baking sheet or a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Allow them to bake for 18-20 minutes until golden on top and the jalapenos are softened.
  2. Not a fan of heat? Replace the jalapenos with mini sweet peppers. They tend to cook slightly faster so check on them after 12-15 minutes.
  3. Make sure to use low moisture mozzarella and not fresh mozzarella.
  4. If you are worried about your jalapeno poppers topping over on the grill you can cook them on a baking sheet. They made need to be rotated a couple of times for even cooking. 

Find it online: https://beachgirlgrills.com/pizza-jalapeno-poppers/