Ingredients

3 medium jalapeños, diced, seeds removed
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
½ cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp onion powder
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs, beaten
1 ½ cups panko breadcrumbs
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper

Directions

Combine 3 medium jalapeños, 8 ounces cream cheese, 1 cup cheddar cheese, ½ cup Monterey Jack cheese, ½ tsp garlic powder, and ½ tsp onion powder in a bowl.

Scoop and shape cheese mixture into small balls. In a small bowl mix the flour with ½ tsp salt, and ¼ tsp black pepper.

Roll each ball in 1 cup all-purpose flour then 2 large eggs, then 1 ½ cups panko breadcrumbs.

Heat oil to 350°F (175°C).

Fry balls in batches until golden brown, 2–3 minutes.

Drain on paper towels, sprinkle with salt, serve warm.