Jalapeño Popper Bites

• panko breadcrumbs2 cup
• shredded cheddar cheese2 cup
• large egg2
• kosher salt1 teaspoon
• black pepper1 teaspoon
• nonstick cooking spray0
• cream cheese10 oz
• bacon4 strip
• jalapeño4

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large bowl, combine the bread crumbs, cheddar cheese, eggs, ½ teaspoon of salt, and ½ teaspoon of pepper, and mix well.

2. 2

   Grease a 24-cup mini muffin tin with nonstick spray and fill each cup with a heaping tablespoon of the bread crumb mixture.

3. 3

   Press into the pan firmly to form wells.

4. 4

   Set aside.

5. 5

   In another large bowl, combine the cream cheese, bacon, diced jalapeños, the remaining ½ teaspoon of salt, and remaining ½ teaspoon of pepper.

6. 6

   Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

7. 7

   Fill the bread crumb wells with a 2 tablespoons of the cream cheese mixture.

8. 8

   Top each cup with a bit of shredded cheddar and a jalapeño slice.

9. 9

   Bake for 10 minutes, or until the cups are golden brown.

10. 10

    Enjoy!