Healthier Jalapeno Popper Spread

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This will definitely be the biggest hit at the party! This is such an easy appetizer to make and it tastes just like the jalapeno poppers you wish you could make yourself! We use light mayonnaise and light cream cheese, less Parmesan, and added cilantro to make this recipe healthier. But remember, it's only healthier if you don't eat it all by yourself! Serve with sliced sourdough baguettes, tortilla chips or crackers.

Submitted by MakeItHealthy
Published on April 3, 2019
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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
3 mins
Total Time:
13 mins
Servings:
32
Yield:
4 cups
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 32 servings

  • 2 (8 ounce) packages reduced-fat cream cheese, softened

  • 1 cup light mayonnaise

  • 1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies, drained

  • 2 ounces canned diced jalapeno peppers, drained

  • ¼ cup chopped cilantro

  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

  1. Stir cream cheese and mayonnaise in a large bowl until smooth. Stir in green chilies, jalapeno peppers, and cilantro. Pour mixture into a microwave safe serving dish and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

  2. Microwave on High until hot, about 3 minutes.

Editor's Notes:

Baked Variation: If you would like to brown the cheese, bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for about 30 minutes.

This recipe is a healthier version of Jalapeno Popper Spread.

39 home cooks made it!

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

64 Calories
5g Fat
2g Carbs
2g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 32
Calories 64
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5g 7%
Saturated Fat 2g 11%
Cholesterol 12mg 4%
Sodium 191mg 8%
Total Carbohydrate 2g 1%
Dietary Fiber 0g 0%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 2g 4%
Vitamin C 3mg 3%
Calcium 31mg 2%
Iron 0mg 2%
Potassium 41mg 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.