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Bacon Jalapeño Popper Eggrolls – Crispy and Cheesy

Bacon Jalapeño Popper Eggrolls

Ingredients

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  • 12egg roll wrappers
  • 8slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 4jalapeños, seeded and finely diced
  • 8 oz(225 g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cupshredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cupshredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 tspgarlic powder
  • 1/2 tsponion powder
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tbspwater, for sealing wrappers
  • Vegetable oil, for frying

Instructions

  1. Cook the bacon:Fry the bacon in a skillet until crispy. Drain on paper towels, let it cool, and crumble into small pieces.
  2. Prepare the filling:In a bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, cheddar, mozzarella, diced jalapeños, crumbled bacon, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until creamy and evenly combined.
  3. Fill the wrappers:Place an egg roll wrapper on a clean surface with one corner pointing toward you. Spoon about 2 tablespoons of filling into the center.
  4. Roll the egg rolls:Fold the bottom corner over the filling, tuck in both sides, and roll tightly toward the top corner. Brush the final edge with water to seal securely.
  5. Heat the oil:Pour vegetable oil into a deep skillet or saucepan to a depth of about 2 inches. Heat to 350°F (175°C).
  6. Fry until golden:Fry the egg rolls in small batches for 3–5 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crispy. Transfer to a wire rack or paper towel-lined plate to drain.
  7. Cool and serve:Let the egg rolls rest for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy them warm with ranch dressing, spicy mayo, or your favorite dipping sauce.