Jalapeno Popper Crostini

Jalapeno Popper Crostini are the perfect combination of spicy cheesy jalapeno poppers served on toasted slices of bread.

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Sneaking healthier options into recipes is one of my favorite tricks. It may not result in health-food but at least it is less unhealthy, reducing the guilt that comes with snacking. These jalapeno popper crostini were made using Laughing Cow’s reduced fat cream cheese spread and Greek yogurt, making them a healthier alternative to traditional jalapeno poppers and a perfect snack to prepare for viewing sports games on TV or any social gathering. I brought these to a party over the holidays and they nearly disappeared before I got to try one for myself.

I am also sharing these little delights as part of a Spicy Recipes Roundup so make sure to check out the others listed below, before the recipe.

Kicking it Up with Spicy Recipes

• Buffalo Chicken Wrap from Hezzi-D’s Books and Cooks
• Hatch Chile Masala Bhath from Magical Ingredients
• Nigerian Chicken Pepper Soup from Pandemonium Noshery
• Sausage Stuffed Mini Peppers from Art of Natural Living
• Skillet Taco Pasta from A Kitchen Hoor’s Adventures
• Spicy Buttermilk Fried Chicken Sliders from Jen Around the World
• Spicy Sage Breakfast Sausage from That Recipe

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Post updated 8/27/22, photo above is the original.

JALAPENO POPPER CROSTINI

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Yield: 32 pieces Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cooking Time: 2 Minutes 2 Minutes

Nutrition facts: 200 calories 20 grams fat

Ingredients

FILLING

• 6 oz. The Laughing Cow cream cheese spread, room temperature
• 1/2 cup nonfat Greek yogurt
• 4 oz. shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 3 jalapenos, seeded and minced
• 1 clove garlic, minced

TOPPING

• 1/2 cup Panko bread crumbs
• 2 Tbsp unsalted butter, melted

ASSEMBLY

• 32 crostini (I used a garlic-Parmesan style)
• Jalapeno slices, for garnish (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat broiler to 500 degrees.
2. In a medium bowl, combine the cream cheese, Greek yogurt, cheddar, jalapenos, and garlic. Set aside.
3. In a small bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs and melted butter with a fork until the mixture is moistened. Spread about one tablespoon of the cream cheese mixture onto each crostini, and sprinkle Panko topping (can also dip the crostini, cream cheese-down, into the Panko mixture). Top with jalapeno slices, if using.
4. Arrange crostini on a baking sheet. Broil for 1-2 minutes or until golden. Serve immediately.

Source: Inspired by Brown Eyed Baker.

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