Jalapeno Popper Egg Rolls (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Main Filling

01 - 6 fresh jalapeño peppers, sliced in half lengthwise with seeds and stems discarded
02 - 8 ounces cream cheese, softened to room temperature
03 - 1/4 cup freshly shredded mozzarella cheese
04 - 1/4 cup freshly shredded sharp cheddar cheese
05 - 10 strips of bacon, cooked until crispy and chopped into small bits
06 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
07 - 1 teaspoon fine sea salt

→ Assembly & Cooking

08 - 12 egg roll wrappers, thawed if frozen
09 - 2 tablespoons neutral cooking oil, plus extra for brushing
10 - Water for sealing wrappers

# Instructions:

01 - In a medium mixing bowl, blend together the softened cream cheese, mozzarella, cheddar, crispy bacon pieces, garlic powder, and salt until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
02 - Generously fill each jalapeño half with 1-2 tablespoons of the cheese mixture, creating a nice mound of filling.
03 - Place one stuffed jalapeño half in the center of an egg roll wrapper. Lightly dampen the wrapper edges with water using your fingertip.
04 - Fold the two opposite corners toward the center, then roll tightly from bottom to top, ensuring the seam is sealed. Repeat with remaining ingredients.
05 - Lightly brush each egg roll with oil on both sides. Cook in air fryer at 400°F for 5-10 minutes until beautifully golden and crispy.
06 - Heat oil in a deep pot over medium heat. Fry egg rolls in small batches for about 5 minutes until they turn golden brown and crispy.
07 - Brush egg rolls with oil and place on a foil-lined baking sheet. Bake at 400°F for 10-15 minutes, flipping halfway through and adding more oil as needed.
08 - Let the egg rolls rest for 2-3 minutes before serving - the cheese filling will be extremely hot inside. Serve while still warm and enjoy!

# Notes:

01 - Look for egg roll wrappers in the refrigerated section of your grocery store, typically near the salad dressings and tofu products.
02 - For a gluten-free alternative, substitute rice paper wrappers and reduce cooking time to 2-3 minutes per side until crispy.
03 - These egg rolls combine the beloved flavors of jalapeño poppers with the satisfying crunch of egg roll wrappers - perfect for parties and gatherings.

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