25 Jalapeno Recipes That Will Make You Sweat with Happiness
If you’re a fan of dishes with a spicy kick, these jalapeño recipes are just what you need to bring some heat to your menu. From snacks and appetizers to side dishes and mains, each recipe is packed with that fiery, tangy flavor that makes jalapeños so irresistible. Whether you’re looking for something bold and cheesy or light and fresh, these dishes will turn up the heat in the best way possible. Perfect for game days, casual dinners, or whenever you’re in the mood for a zesty twist.
Spicy Watermelon Jalapeño Salad
The perfect combination of sweet and savory, this spicy watermelon jalapeno salad is a wonderful dish that takes just 10 minutes to prepare.
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Watermelon Jalapeño Margarita
This fresh watermelon jalapeño margarita recipe is naturally sweetened with a touch of agave. The perfect balance of sweetness and spice!
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Cheesy Jalapeño Corn Dogs
Fans of state fair cuisine (that’s all of us!) might like to recreate their favorites at home, these cheesy jalapeno corn dogs in particular.
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Slow Cooker Jalapeño Popper Creamed Corn
This super-simple slow cooker jalapeno popper creamed corn is rich-flavored, creamy and a little spicy. It makes a great side dish or a dip.
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Easy Strawberry Jalapeño Jam
What could be better spread on your morning toast than strawberry jalapeño jam? This delicious jalapeño and fruit jelly without pectin pairs sweetness with a hit of spice from the chilli pepper. It’s certainly an unusual recipe and you can tweak the spice level to suit your palate. This strawberry pepper jam is the perfect addition to a cheese or charcuterie board.
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Zesty Kiwi Jalapeño Margarita Cocktail
A kiwi jalapeno margarita cocktail isn’t just a tasty cocktail. It’s a really eye-catching drink too, combining bright colours in one glass. This is a spicy, zesty margarita recipe served in a chile rimmed glass. Is this the best spicy margarita ever? Well it’s certainly a strong contender, that’s for sure! If you are looking for a cocktail made with kiwis or a cocktail using tequila and orange liqueur, this is for you!
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Homemade Seasoned Jalapeño Popcorn
Seasoned popcorn is an easy movie night snack and this homemade jalapeño popcorn is especially good. Made with cilantro, cheese powder, butter, and pickled jalapeños, it’s a truly full-flavoured snack. Whether it’s movie night or you simply crave a savoury snack, you have to try a jalapeño flavoured popcorn recipe.
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Air Fryer Pull Apart Jalapeño Popper Rolls
Air fryer pull apart jalapeño popper rolls are a quick and easy jalapeño appetizer with Pillsbury pizza dough or crescent dough. Boasting tasty ingredients like two kinds of cheese, jalapeños and hot sauce, these are perfect for spicy food fans.
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Slow Cooker Spicy Corn And Jalapeño Cheese Dip
Spicy corn and jalapeño cheese dip makes great party food. You can make this jalapeño corn dip in the crockpot and make it as spicy (or not) as you choose. This slow cooker dip recipe is always a BIG hit and this easy street corn dip doesn’t last long.
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Air Fryer Bacon Jalapeño Cheese Pigs In A Blanket
Air fryer bacon jalapeño cheese pigs in a blanket are perfect if you want an easy appy or finger food. This air fryer appetizer uses Pillsbury pizza dough along with brats, cheese, jalapeños, and more. Pigs in a blanket with bratwurst is the perfect treat on game day or whenever you have friends coming over.
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Cucumber Jalapeno Margarita
This margarita is cool, refreshing and packs a little punch thanks to the jalapeno. You are going to love sipping on this on a summer day.
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Jalapeno Popper Pigs In Blankets
Add jalapeno popper flavor to your next batch of pigs in a blanket for the ultimate appetizer. These meaty, spicy bites are sure to be a favorite with anyone who tries one.
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Spicy Jalapeno Margaritas
Make your next margarita night a spicy one! This recipe puts jalapenos to work at cocktail hour for a one of a kind drink to enjoy with tacos.
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Jalapeño Poppers
These spicy Italian-inspired, crispy bacon wrapped, super cheesy Jalapeno Poppers are so tasty and about to become your new favorite game day finger food! Made with just 7 simple ingredients this easy recipe requires just 15 minutes of prep time and is unbelievably delicious!
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Cornbread Salad
This unique salad is just the thing to serve with grilled steak, chicken, or BBQ ribs. It has layers of onions and jalapenos, cheese, tomatoes, bacon, and of course, crumbly cornbread. Everyone will want a second scoop! Add extra jalapenos to turn up the heat.
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Mexican Spaghetti
Spaghetti gets a spicy upgrade with this recipe. With plenty of meat, peppers and cheese, this dish is just the place to use fresh jalapenos for a mash up meal that tastes like tacos, but has the noodles you crave.
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Jalapeño Popper Tacos
Spice up any party with easy Mexican jalapeño popper tacos. With savory, spicy and creamy flavors, they make tasty appetizer or main dish.
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Jalapeno Popper Cheese Ball
Jalapeno Popper Cheese Ball is the perfect appetizer for any occasion- its simple, delicious and everyone loves it!
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Browned Butter Jalapeno Bacon Cornbread
This is not your mama’s cornbread! It has smoky, salty bacon and spicy jalapenos mixed in for a side that adds the perfect kick to so many meals.
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Jalapeno Popper Chicken Casserole
Turn up the heat with this tasty and easy casserole. Chicken breast, smothered in cheese with plenty of cream cheese stuffed jalapenos inside make for a spicy and satisfying family dinner.
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Jalapeno Cornbread
When it comes to a piece of bread as a side dish you cannot go wrong with this easy and delicious Jalapeno Cornbread. Sweet and spicy all rolled into one and you can’t resist.
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Jalapeno Simple Syrup
Add a touch of heat to your simple syrup for a delectable addition to cocktails. This recipe is easy to make at home and is a great way to use a fresh batch of peppers from your garden.
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Texas Twinkies
These twinkies are a spicy delight! Stuff peppers with brisket and wrap them in bacon for a treat totally worthy of sharing.
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Vegan Stuffed Avocados With Jalapeno Ranch
This meatless stuffed avocado recipe has the best jalapeno ranch topping! It truly takes this recipe to the next level of yumminess. You are going to want to enjoy this on everything after the first taste.
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Jalapeno Popper Pancakes
This is the most unique pancake recipe ever. Stacks of pancakes with jalapeno popper spread in between, makes for such a tasty way to get a spicy kick with your meal. Make these for breakfast or dinner, either way you are going to love this combination!
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