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Juicy Jalapeño Popper Burgers

Irresistibly Juicy Jalapeño Popper Burgers You’ll Love

Enjoy these Juicy Jalapeño Popper Burgers that elevate backyard barbecues with creamy filling and customizable spice levels.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 burgers
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Burger Patties
  • 2 pounds Ground Beef Lean options (90% or 93%) recommended.
  • 2 whole Jalapeño Peppers Deseed for milder taste or keep whole for extra heat.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust based on taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Fresh onions can be used instead.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can be substituted.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground is recommended.
For the Cream Cheese Filling
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Whipped is easier to spread.
For Cooking and Assembly
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Can use other oils.
  • 6 buns Burger Buns Potato bread recommended, or use lettuce wraps for low-carb.
Optional Toppings
  • 1 cup Lettuce Use your favorite variety.
  • 1 whole Tomato Ripe ones are best.
  • 1 bottle Ketchup Spicy versions can be used.
  • 4 slices Cheddar Cheese Sharp cheddar is recommended.

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Jalapeños: Halve the jalapeños lengthwise, remove seeds and membranes, and finely dice them.
  2. Make Cream Cheese Filling: Mix half of the diced jalapeños with cream cheese, garlic powder, and onion powder until smooth.
  3. Season Beef: Combine ground beef with remaining jalapeños, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and pepper; mix gently.
  4. Form Patties: Shape beef mixture into 6 portions, fill with cream cheese mixture, and seal with another beef portion.
  5. Cook Burgers: Heat olive oil in a skillet, cook patties for 3-4 minutes each side until golden brown.
  6. Melt Cheese (Optional): In the last minute of cooking, add cheese on top of patties to melt.
  7. Assemble: Place cooked burgers on buns, add toppings, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1burgerCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 28gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Use gloves when handling jalapeños and ensure patties are sealed properly to prevent leakage.

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