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A classic appetizer, the jalapeno popper, just got a whole lot better in an extra cheesy, burger form. Perfect for Summer grilling!
Remember that time that I made a Veggie Burger recipe, and it was the first burger ever to appear on FFF?
Which is actually a little bit strange, because meatless meals aren’t typically my “thang.” AND, I think the huberoni is still a wee bit bitter that I haven’t made him a “real burger” in the whole time that we have lived in Florida. Which is the Sunshine state. And sunshine = grill ALL the things in his mind.
So, today, I am remedying that situation with THIS.
My fingers were so in awe of this Jalapeno Popper Burger for a second, that they couldn’t even type the title
I talked about my love of all things jalapeno popper wayyy back when I made a Turkey Meatball version, and I decided to take it up a level….and burger-ize it.
You know those ideas that you have in the middle of the night that seem SO brilliant, that you roll over and shake your husband awake, just to tell him about this idea?
Oh, that’s just me?
Anyway. This was one of those. I almost got up in the middle of the night and fired up the ol’ grill-er-oo.
But, then I feel asleep. Whomp Whomp Whomp.
HOW-EV-ER, dinner the next night? Consider it planned.
The patty is pretty standard. Lean ground beef (or bison, if you fancy) a few spices, an egg and some oats. just grill ‘er up how you like it, pop on some Kraft singles and watch the melty, cheesy, magic happen.
Then, BAM, we get to the toppings. No jalapeno popper is complete without cream cheese right? So, spread a little Kraft cream cheese up on yo’ bun and then get a little adventurous and put some Kraft Ranch Dressing on there.
If you’re currently still thinking with you brain, and not your taste buds, it may sound like a slightly odd combo, but remember the Cheesey Bacon Ranch Chicken? We know that ranch and cheese are <3.
Show stopper time: Enter little slivers of crunchy, spicy yum. Jalapeno peppers are sliced, stuffed with crispy panko and then cooked in a little bit of olive oil. I died.
Throw those into the mix and tell me these babies don’t make up for the previous meatless burger.
Crunchy? CHECK. Spicy? CHECK. Cheesy? DOUBLE CHECK. Nom-ability? TRIPLE CHECK.
I think you know what’s for dinner tonight.
Ingredients
For the Burgers:
- 1.5 lbs Ground bison or lean ground beef
- 1 large Egg
- 4 tsp onion powder
- 2 tsp Garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1 pinch black pepper
- 1/2 Cup Rolled old fashioned oats
- 12 Slices Kraft 2% Milk Singles *
- 6 Small jalapeno peppers thinly sliced
- 3 large egg whites
- 1 Cup Whole wheat Panko crumbs
- Olive oil for frying
- 1 1/2 Tbsp Jalapeno Tabasco Sauce
- 3/4 Cup Philadelphia 1/3 Fat Cream cheese
- 1/4 Cup + 2 Tbsp Kraft Reduced Fat Ranch Dressing
- 6 Whole wheat kaiser roll buns
Instructions
To Make the Burgers:
To Make the Crispy Jalapenos:
- Heat a medium sized sauce panon medium heat, and pour just enough oil into it to just cover the bottom.
- Place the egg white in a small bowl, and the panko on a small plate.
- Dunk the sliced jalapenos into the egg white, and then into the panko. The panko will not stick to the outside very well, but make sure you pack it into the center of the jalapeno slices.
- Fry the jalapeno slices in olive oil, until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side. Transfer to a paper towel line plate, and blot off the excess oil. Set aside.
- In a medium bowl, mix together the Jalapeno sauce and the cream cheese. Adjust the level of spiciness to your preference.
To Assemble:
- Spread some of the cream cheese mixture on half of each kaiser roll, and spread the Ranch dressing on the other half.
- Place on patty on each roll, and top with the crispy jalapenos.
- DEVOUR
Tips & Notes:
Nutrition Info:
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Lindsey @ American Heritage Cooking says
We clearly share a love of cheese!!! And these burgers…omg I can hardly breathe they look so good! Pinned!
Taylor Kiser says
Cheese can do NO wrong in my book! Thanks Lindsey!! Happy weekend!
Olivia says
This burger looks amazing… I love spicy food. So, these jalapeños are calling my name 😉
Taylor Kiser says
You will be all over these girl! Thanks!
Anna @ Crunchy Creamy Sweet says
Woah! My Hubby would love this spicy burger! Looks amazing!
Taylor Kiser says
My hubby sure did! Thanks pretty lady!
Krystle(Baking Beauty) says
What a delicious idea! Love that it includes ranch a well. Pinning to try soon.
Taylor Kiser says
Thanks Krystle! Please let me know if you try it! Happy long weekend!
Kristy says
The perfect way to use up some of my peppers from the garden! Thanks for sharing! #client
Taylor Kiser says
You’re so welcome, thanks for the opportunity! 😀
Karly says
This burger has my name all over it! Thanks for linking up with What’s Cookin’ Wednesday!
Taylor Kiser says
Thank you Karly! And thanks for hosting!
Laura Poe says
I printed this recipe, and the “to make the burgers” instructions are missing. I also don’t see them in the web page. Are there instructions for that section? I’m going to mix the spices and oats with the meat and cook the patties on the stove but wondered what you normally cook them in and if you do anything special with them. Thanks!
Taylor Kiser says
Hi, Laura! I can see that section, so maybe clear your cache and see if that helps.
Here’s the info:
To Make The Burgers:
To Make The Crispy Jalapenos:
Heat a medium sized sauce panon medium heat, and pour just enough oil into it to just cover the bottom.
Place the egg white in a small bowl, and the panko on a small plate.
Dunk the sliced jalapenos into the egg white, and then into the panko. The panko will not stick to the outside very well, but make sure you pack it into the center of the jalapeno slices.
Fry the jalapeno slices in olive oil, until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side. Transfer to a paper towel line plate, and blot off the excess oil. Set aside.
In a medium bowl, mix together the Jalapeno sauce and the cream cheese. Adjust the level of spiciness to your preference.
To Assemble:
Spread some of the cream cheese mixture on half of each kaiser roll, and spread the Ranch dressing on the other half.
Place on patty on each roll, and top with the crispy jalapenos.
DEVOUR
TIPS & NOTES:
*This is 2 slices per patty. You can easily use 1. I just like cheese.