Description
These Armadillo Eggs are a spicy and savory appetizer perfect for game day or any gathering. Jalapeño peppers filled with a creamy and cheesy mixture, wrapped in sausage, and baked to perfection.
Ingredients
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Jalapeño Poppers:
- 8 jalapeño peppers, halved and seeded
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Sausage Filling:
- 1 pound pork sausage (mild or spicy)
- 1/2 cup barbecue sauce (optional, for basting)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
- Prepare the filling: In a medium bowl, mix cream cheese, cheddar, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Fill each jalapeño half with the cheese mixture.
- Wrap with sausage: Divide sausage into 8 portions, flatten into patties, and wrap around the stuffed jalapeños. Place seam-side down on the baking sheet.
- Bake: Bake for 25–30 minutes until sausage is cooked through. Optionally baste with barbecue sauce in the last 5 minutes of baking.
- Serve: Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For crispy edges, broil for 2–3 minutes at the end of baking.
- These can also be made on the grill or in an air fryer.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 armadillo egg
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 530mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
