Fried Jalapeno Popper Bites

Step 1

Mix together the cream cheese, shredded pepper jack cheese, diced jalapenos, bacon bits, and sriracha sauce.

Step 2

Scoop the mixture and form into balls. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze for 30 minutes.

Step 3

Put the flour into one bowl and the beaten eggs in a second bowl.

Step 4

In the third bowl, combine the panko bread crumbs, plain bread crumbs, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and salt.

Step 5

Heat oil in a deep fryer (or use a large pot with a thermometer) to 350˚F.

Step 6

Remove cheese balls from the freezer. Dip in the flour mixture, then into the beaten eggs, and finally coat with the bread crumbs mixture.

Step 7

Fry several bites at once for 2-3 minutes, until golden brown.

Step 8

Drain on a paper towel-lined plate.

Step 9

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge or freezer.