Description
Delight your guests with these Blueberry Brie Jalapeño Poppers, a perfect blend of spicy jalapeños, creamy brie cheese, and sweet blueberry preserves. Baked to perfection and topped with a touch of honey and crunchy nuts, these poppers offer a unique flavor combination that is both elegant and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
Jalapeños
- 10 to 12 jalapeños, halved lengthwise and seeded
Filling
- 6 to 8 ounces brie cheese, cut into small cubes
- 1/3 cup blueberry preserves or fresh blueberries
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
- Pinch of sea salt
Garnish
- Fresh thyme or parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup.
- Prepare Jalapeños: Slice the jalapeños in half lengthwise and carefully remove the seeds to reduce the heat, leaving a few seeds for extra spiciness if desired.
- Arrange Jalapeños: Place the jalapeño halves cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet, ready to be filled.
- Fill with Brie: Place a cube of brie cheese in the cavity of each jalapeño half, ensuring an even distribution for a creamy bite.
- Add Blueberries: Spoon a small amount of blueberry preserves or a few fresh blueberries over each brie-filled jalapeño to add a touch of sweetness.
- Drizzle and Sprinkle: Lightly drizzle honey over each popper, then sprinkle with chopped nuts, lemon zest, and a pinch of sea salt if using, to enhance the flavors and add texture.
- Bake: Bake for 10 to 12 minutes in the preheated oven until the jalapeños are slightly softened and the brie is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven, garnish with chopped fresh thyme or parsley if desired, and serve warm for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- For milder poppers, thoroughly remove all seeds from the jalapeños.
- Substitute cream cheese if brie is unavailable, though the flavor profile will vary.
- Fresh blueberries can be used instead of preserves for a fresher taste and less sweetness.
- Chopped walnuts or pecans add a pleasant crunch but can be omitted for nut-free preferences.
- These poppers are best served warm right out of the oven for optimal texture and flavor.
