Description

Elote Stuffed Jalapeños are the perfect appetizer for any gathering, combining the heat of spicy jalapeños with a creamy, flavorful elote filling. Each bite offers a delightful mix of smoky, sweet, and tangy flavors that will transport you to a summer fiesta. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, these stuffed jalapeños are bound to impress your guests and leave them wanting more.

Ingredients

Scale

8 fresh jalapeños
1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
8 oz cream cheese (softened)
1/2 cup Mexican crema (or sour cream)
1 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed)
1 tsp chili powder
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs (optional)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice each jalapeño in half lengthwise, removing seeds and membranes.
In a bowl, mix corn kernels, cream cheese, Mexican crema, lime juice, chili powder, shredded cheese, and chopped cilantro until combined.
Generously fill each jalapeño half with the elote mixture. Sprinkle panko breadcrumbs on top if desired.
Place stuffed jalapeños on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for about 20 minutes until golden and bubbly.
Drizzle with extra lime juice and garnish with cilantro before serving hot.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 stuffed jalapeño (70g)
Calories: 150
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 280mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: For added crunch, consider mixing in crispy bacon bits with the filling. Experiment with different cheeses or spices to customize the flavor profile.