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Berry & Brie Stuffed Jalapeño Candy Poppers

Delicious jalapeño poppers filled with creamy brie cheese and berry jam for a sweet and spicy bite. Perfect for sharing as an appetizer.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American, Tex-Mex
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 6 pieces jalapeños, halved lengthwise and seeded For milder poppers, scrape ribs well.
  • 4 oz brie cheese, cut into bite-sized cubes Room temperature brie melts faster.
  • 1/4 cup berry jam (blueberry, raspberry, blackberry, or mixed) Chunky jam gives texture.
  • 1 tsp honey (optional) Balances tartness nicely.
Optional garnishes
  • to taste crushed pistachios Pistachios add crunch.
  • to taste flaky salt
  • to taste lemon zest Lifts flavors.
  • to taste fresh thyme

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet.
  2. Halve the jalapeños lengthwise and remove the seeds and white ribs; you’ll hear a slight crack when the pepper splits.
  3. Tuck a cube of brie into each jalapeño half so it sits snugly.
  4. Spoon a small dollop (about 1 tsp) of berry jam over each brie-filled jalapeño.
  5. Drizzle a bit of honey over the jam if you like extra gloss and sweetness.
  6. Arrange the poppers on the baking sheet and slide them into the oven.
Baking
  1. Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until the brie has melted and jalapeños have softened with slightly blistered edges.
  2. For a crispy top, broil for 1–2 minutes, watching closely so the jam doesn’t burn.
Serving
  1. Garnish with crushed pistachios, flaky salt, lemon zest, or fresh thyme, and serve warm.

Notes

You can assemble these poppers ahead of time and refrigerate for up to 6 hours before baking. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 2–3 days. For freezing, reheat in a 350°F oven for 6–8 minutes to protect texture.