Jalapeño Popper Bread
Cheesy, spicy, and ridiculously satisfying, this Jalapeño Popper Bread is the stuffed cheesy bread of your dreams. It’s the perfect appetizer for game days, family dinners, or your next party for one. Inspired by my pepperoni pizza bread recipe, this jalapeño popper bread recipe features jalapeño peppers with smoky chorizo, melted cheddar cheese, and a creamy cheese filling. Whether diving in with friends or enjoying it solo, this work of art will be your go-to for football season and beyond. Table of Contents Why You’ll Love jalapeño Popper Cheese BreadJalapeño Poppers Bread Shopping ListHow to Make jalapeño Popper BreadPrepping the BreadCream Cheese FillingPro TipStuffing the Cheese BreadPro-Tip: Don’t Skip the Chill!Grilling TimeWhat to Serve with jalapeño Popper Stuffed BreadLeftovers and ReheatingMore with JalapeñosFAQs for jalapeño Popper BreadThis sauce is FYR!Jalapeño Popper Bread Recipe Why You’ll Love jalapeño Popper Cheese Bread Why You’ll Love jalapeño Popper Cheese Bread Jalapeño Poppers Bread Shopping List How to Make jalapeño Popper Bread Prepping the BreadCream Cheese Filling Prepping the Bread Cream Cheese Filling Pro Tip Stuffing the Cheese Bread Stuffing the Cheese Bread Pro-Tip: Don’t Skip the Chill! Grilling TimeWhat to Serve with jalapeño Popper Stuffed Bread Grilling Time What to Serve with jalapeño Popper Stuffed Bread Leftovers and Reheating More with Jalapeños FAQs for jalapeño Popper Bread This sauce is FYR! Jalapeño Popper Bread Recipe Why You’ll Love jalapeño Popper Cheese Bread This jalapeño popper bread is the perfect combination of everything you love about the jalapeño popper appetizer. It’s loaded with spicy jalapeños, creamy cheese, and a hint of smoky chorizo, all baked into a golden brown bread loaf. If you’re looking for some solid food ideas for your next party, jalapeño popper bread is it. Whether for game days or lazy Sundays, the result is undoubtedly a total crowd-pleaser. Plus, this easy recipe uses straightforward ingredients like shredded cheese, cream cheese, and bacon bits. Loaf of Bread – For the jalapeño popper bread recipe, you’ll need a loaf of Italian bread or any sturdy, crusty bread like French bread. You’ll also need ground chorizo sausage, jack cheese slices (or pepper jack for an extra spicy kick), green onions for garnish, and some bacon bits. For another quick bread idea, feel free to use a Kaiser roll to make individual servings. Stuffing – A cream cheese mixture is made with shredded cheddar cheese, pickled jalapeños, ranch seasoning, crispy bacon bits, and softened cream cheese. Optionally, add a little bit of garlic powder and black pepper for the perfect combination of flavors. Loaf of Bread – For the jalapeño popper bread recipe, you’ll need a loaf of Italian bread or any sturdy, crusty bread like French bread. You’ll also need ground chorizo sausage, jack cheese slices (or pepper jack for an extra spicy kick), green onions for garnish, and some bacon bits. For another quick bread idea, feel free to use a Kaiser roll to make individual servings. Stuffing – A cream cheese mixture is made with shredded cheddar cheese, pickled jalapeños, ranch seasoning, crispy bacon bits, and softened cream cheese. Optionally, add a little bit of garlic powder and black pepper for the perfect combination of flavors. This jalapeño popper cheese bread is a cheesy, spicy, and oh-so-satisfying recipe that combines bold flavors with simple ingredients. Whether you’re hosting game day festivities or want an easy appetizer to impress your out-of-town guests, this cheesy garlic bread-inspired recipe is guaranteed to deliver. How to Make jalapeño Popper Bread Prepping the Bread Making this jalapeño popper bread is simple and fun. First, slice your bread loaf horizontally and scoop out the center of the bread to create a divot. This bread form of a bowl will hold your stuffing. Cream Cheese Filling Next, grab a large bowl and mix your cream cheese mixture: shredded cheddar cheese, pickled jalapeños, ranch seasoning, crispy bacon bits, and softened cream cheese. Sprinkle in a pinch of kosher salt, garlic powder, and black pepper for added flavor. This cream cheese mixture will be the star of your jalapeño popper bread show. Pro Tip If your filling seems a little dense, you can add in a splash or two of the pickled jalapeño brine into the mix. It will boost the flavor and also make the filling a little easier to spread. Stuffing the Cheese Bread Stuff the mixture into the bread and press it down firmly. Then, spread ground chorizo sausage evenly over the top of the stuffing. Pop the bread into the fridge for about 20 minutes to firm up. This step helps it hold together while cooking. Pro-Tip: Don’t Skip the Chill! While it may be tempting, don’t skip the chilling step! Letting the stuffed cheese bread rest in the fridge helps the cream cheese mixture set and makes it easier to handle on the grill. Grilling Time Preheat your grill for two-zone cooking at 325F. Place the bread, chorizo-side down, over the direct heat. Let it cook for about 10 minutes, watching for flare-ups. Flip the bread over and move it to the indirect heat side. Let it bake until the chorizo reaches an internal temperature of 165F and the bread bakes to a golden brown. Crank up the grill to 450F and top the bread with slices of pepper jack cheese, fresh raw jalapeños, and crispy bacon bits. Let it bake until the cheese is melted and bubbly. For a touch of sweetness, drizzle a little honey over the top of your jalapeño popper bread before serving. What to Serve with jalapeño Popper Stuffed Bread This jalapeño popper cheese bread is basically begging to be dunked in garlic butter, ranch dressing, or some spicy salsa. Wanna go big? Pair it up with wings, nachos, or even some buttery drop biscuits. Feeling like you need to balance things out? Throw in a fresh green salad or some roasted veggies to keep it legit. Leftovers and Reheating If you have leftover jalapeño popper bread, wrap the pieces tightly in aluminum foil and store them in an airtight container. To reheat, place the bread in the oven at 350F until the cheese is melted and gooey again. It tastes just as good the next day, making it one of my favorite recipes for meal prep. More with Jalapeños FAQs for jalapeño Popper Bread Can I use homemade bread for this recipe? Absolutely! If you love homemade bread, use your favorite bread flour recipe to make this dish. Just ensure the bread is sturdy enough to hold the stuffing. What’s the best way to add extra heat? Add a sprinkle of cayenne pepper to the cream cheese mixture, or use fresh spicy jalapeños instead of pickled ones. You can also top the bread with crushed red pepper flakes. Or, grab some of my FYR hot sauces to bring even more flavor and heat. Can I make this in the oven instead of the grill? ​Yes! Place the stuffed bread on a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil and bake at 375F until golden brown and cooked through. The Dutch oven is another great option for an even bake. Get stoked for life This sauce is FYR! an all-new line created for live fire cooking Born from a deep passion for food and flavor. Whether you’re grilling in the backyard or live fire cooking around the world, we have what you need to transform every meal into an adventure. Bread: ▢ 1 loaf Italian Style Bread▢ 2 cups Ground Chorizo Sausage▢ 3-4 Jack Cheese Slices▢ Sliced Fresh Jalapenos garnish▢ Chopped Bacon Bits garnish ▢ 1 loaf Italian Style Bread ▢ 2 cups Ground Chorizo Sausage ▢ 3-4 Jack Cheese Slices ▢ Sliced Fresh Jalapenos garnish ▢ Chopped Bacon Bits garnish Stuffing: ▢ 1 cup Shredded Jack Cheese▢ ½ cup Pickled Jalapeños▢ 3 tbsp Chopped Bacon Bits▢ 2 tbsp Ranch Seasoning▢ 2 packets Cream Cheese ▢ 1 cup Shredded Jack Cheese ▢ ½ cup Pickled Jalapeños ▢ 3 tbsp Chopped Bacon Bits ▢ 2 tbsp Ranch Seasoning ▢ 2 packets Cream Cheese Preheat your grill for two zone cooking at 325F.Begin by slicing your Italian Style Bread in half and separating the top from the bottom. Next, carefully pull out the excess bread on both halves so that you create a divot in the bun.In a bowl, mix together the stuffing for the bread. Stuff the divot with the stuffing, then take a handful of your chorizo sausage and cover the stuffing. Make sure to spread out the sausage all over the bread so it completely covers the stuffing. Once the bread is assembled, place them in the fridge for 15-20 minutes to firm up.Take out the bread and place it over the coals with the chorizo face down. Cook over the heat for about 10 minutes. If you have flare ups, make sure to move the bread around in order to prevent them from burning. After 10 minutes, flip the bread over and pull it over to the cooler side of the grill and cook until it is 165F internal. When the bread is done, kick up the heat in the grill to 450F while keeping the bread on the indirect side. Top with the sliced cheese and sliced jalapenos. Garnish with a drizzle of honey if you like and enjoy! Preheat your grill for two zone cooking at 325F. Preheat your grill for two zone cooking at 325F. Begin by slicing your Italian Style Bread in half and separating the top from the bottom. Next, carefully pull out the excess bread on both halves so that you create a divot in the bun. Begin by slicing your Italian Style Bread in half and separating the top from the bottom. Next, carefully pull out the excess bread on both halves so that you create a divot in the bun. In a bowl, mix together the stuffing for the bread. In a bowl, mix together the stuffing for the bread. Stuff the divot with the stuffing, then take a handful of your chorizo sausage and cover the stuffing. Make sure to spread out the sausage all over the bread so it completely covers the stuffing. Stuff the divot with the stuffing, then take a handful of your chorizo sausage and cover the stuffing. Make sure to spread out the sausage all over the bread so it completely covers the stuffing. Once the bread is assembled, place them in the fridge for 15-20 minutes to firm up. Once the bread is assembled, place them in the fridge for 15-20 minutes to firm up. Take out the bread and place it over the coals with the chorizo face down. Take out the bread and place it over the coals with the chorizo face down. Cook over the heat for about 10 minutes. If you have flare ups, make sure to move the bread around in order to prevent them from burning. After 10 minutes, flip the bread over and pull it over to the cooler side of the grill and cook until it is 165F internal. Cook over the heat for about 10 minutes. If you have flare ups, make sure to move the bread around in order to prevent them from burning. After 10 minutes, flip the bread over and pull it over to the cooler side of the grill and cook until it is 165F internal. When the bread is done, kick up the heat in the grill to 450F while keeping the bread on the indirect side. Top with the sliced cheese and sliced jalapenos. Garnish with a drizzle of honey if you like and enjoy! When the bread is done, kick up the heat in the grill to 450F while keeping the bread on the indirect side. Top with the sliced cheese and sliced jalapenos. Garnish with a drizzle of honey if you like and enjoy! ProTip: Don’t Skip the Chill! While it may be tempting, don’t skip the chilling step! Letting the stuffed bread rest in the fridge helps the cream cheese mixture set and makes it easier to handle on the grill. Calories: 983kcal | Carbohydrates: 66g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 66g | Saturated Fat: 37g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 110mg | Sodium: 1536mg | Potassium: 310mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 36g | Vitamin A: 1115IU | Vitamin C: 23mg | Calcium: 250mg | Iron: 4mg Derek Wolf Derek is the driving force behind Over the Fire Cooking. He started cooking with live fire in 2016 and decided to start a social media page so his friends and family could follow the journey. Fast forward to today and Over the Fire Cooking has spread across multiple platforms with millions now following Derek's fire cooking journey. He's a southern fellow who enjoys everything from classic BBQ to Central and South American inspired dishes. Whatever he's cooking up, it's guaranteed to be so freakin' delicious!