Armadillo Eggs Recipe
Armadillo Eggs Recipe
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Armadillo Eggs Recipe
Armadillo eggs are a crowd-pleasing appetizer that combines spicy jalapeños with savory sausage and creamy cheese. This easy-to-follow armadillo eggs recipe is perfect for game day, parties, or family gatherings. Your guests will love the flavorful combination.
Ingredients
- 12 large jalapeño peppers
- 1 lb ground sausage (spicy or mild)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (optional for crunch)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooking spray or oil for baking
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper.
- Prepare the Jalapeños: Slice the tops off the jalapeños and remove the seeds and membranes using a small spoon or a corer. This step will help reduce the heat.
- Make the Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the ground sausage, cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well until fully combined.
- Stuff the Jalapeños: Using a small spoon or your hands, fill each jalapeño pepper with the sausage and cheese mixture. Pack it in firmly but avoid overstuffing.
- Coat with Breadcrumbs (Optional): If you desire extra crunch, roll the stuffed jalapeños in breadcrumbs to coat them lightly.
- Bake: Place the stuffed jalapeños on the prepared baking sheet. Spray the tops with cooking spray or drizzle lightly with oil. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the sausage is cooked through and the tops are golden brown.
- Serve: Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your armadillo eggs with ranch dressing or your favorite dipping sauce.
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Armadillo Eggs Recipe
Armadillo eggs are a crowd-pleasing appetizer that combines spicy jalapeños with savory sausage and creamy cheese. This easy-to-follow armadillo eggs recipe is perfect for game day, parties, or family gatherings. Your guests will love the flavorful combination.
Ingredients
- 12 large jalapeño peppers
- 1 lb ground sausage spicy or mild
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup breadcrumbs optional for crunch
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooking spray or oil for baking
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper.
- Prepare the Jalapeños: Slice the tops off the jalapeños and remove the seeds and membranes using a small spoon or a corer. This step will help reduce the heat.
- Make the Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the ground sausage, cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well until fully combined.
- Stuff the Jalapeños: Using a small spoon or your hands, fill each jalapeño pepper with the sausage and cheese mixture. Pack it in firmly but avoid overstuffing.
- Coat with Breadcrumbs (Optional): If you desire extra crunch, roll the stuffed jalapeños in breadcrumbs to coat them lightly.
- Bake: Place the stuffed jalapeños on the prepared baking sheet. Spray the tops with cooking spray or drizzle lightly with oil. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the sausage is cooked through and the tops are golden brown.
- Serve: Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your armadillo eggs with ranch dressing or your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- Adjust Spice Level: For milder armadillo eggs, use milder sausage and remove all seeds from the jalapeños.
- Make Ahead: You can prepare these the day before, then bake them just before serving.
- Freezing: These can be frozen before baking. Thaw and bake as directed when ready to eat.
