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Koala Cookies and Jungle Jalapeño Poppers


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  • Author: Chef Emma
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delightful animal-themed snacks perfect for game nights and family gatherings.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup butter
  • 2 cups flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup chocolate chips
  • Jalapeño peppers
  • Cream cheese
  • Cheddar cheese
  • Breadcrumbs

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the sugar and butter until light and fluffy—about 3-5 minutes.
  3. Add in the flour, baking powder, and vanilla extract, mixing until everything is well combined to form a soft dough.
  4. Shape the dough into koala shapes and use chocolate chips for eyes.
  5. Place the shaped cookies on the baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden.
  6. While the cookies are baking, halve the jalapeños and remove the seeds if desired.
  7. Mix the cream cheese and cheddar cheese until creamy and well-blended.
  8. Fill each jalapeño half with the cheese mixture.
  9. Roll the jalapeños in breadcrumbs and place them on a baking sheet.
  10. Bake for about 20 minutes until the poppers are golden and bubbly.
  11. Serve your koala cookies and jungle jalapeño poppers on a platter.

Notes

Use gloves when handling jalapeños to avoid any irritation. Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 9g
  • Sodium: 250mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg