Description
These Blueberry Brie Jalapeño Poppers are a deliciously unique appetizer combining the creamy richness of brie cheese with the sweet tang of blueberry preserves and the spicy kick of jalapeños. Baked to perfection and garnished with fresh herbs, they make an impressive and flavorful snack or party treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Jalapeño Poppers
- 10 to 12 jalapeños, halved lengthwise and seeded
- 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 your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prepare for baking.
- Prepare Jalapeños: Slice the jalapeños in half lengthwise and remove the seeds, leaving a few if you prefer extra heat. This will create cavities to hold the filling.
- Arrange Jalapeños: Place the jalapeño halves on the lined baking sheet, cut-side up, ready for stuffing.
- Add Brie Cheese: Place a cube of brie cheese into each jalapeño cavity, ensuring they are well-filled.
- Add Blueberry Topping: Spoon a small amount of blueberry preserves or a few fresh blueberries over the brie in each jalapeño for a sweet contrast.
- Drizzle and Season: Lightly drizzle honey over the jalapeños, then sprinkle with chopped nuts, lemon zest, and a pinch of sea salt if using to add additional flavor and texture.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the jalapeños are slightly softened and the brie has melted beautifully.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven, garnish with chopped fresh thyme or parsley if desired, and serve warm for the best flavor experience.
Notes
- You can adjust the number of jalapeño seeds left in for your preferred spice level.
- Use fresh blueberries if you prefer a more natural fruit texture instead of preserves.
- Chopped nuts add a nice crunch but are optional and can be omitted to suit allergies.
- These poppers are best served warm straight out of the oven for optimal cheese melt and flavor.
- To make the poppers milder, remove all seeds and membranes from the jalapeños.
