The WW Blueberry Brie Jalapeño Poppers are tasty and contain 98 kcal per serving. Takes 33 minutes to prepare this recipe. Serve this snack at events, lunches, feasts, holidays, festivals, or get-togethers. It contains jalapeño peppers, light brie cheese, reduced-fat cream cheese, blueberries, maple syrup, thyme leaves, garlic powder, parsley, and black pepper. The ingredients included are vegan and gluten-free. Make these poppers for people who have a nut allergy, as there are no nuts included in this recipe. We may pair this recipe with turkey meatballs, veggie platter, garden salad, shrimp cocktail, chicken vegetable soup, grilled corn, garlic green beans, or lime soda water. Keep these WW Blueberry Brie Jalapeño Poppers in the refrigerator for 3 days.
STATS:
- Total Time: 33 minutes
- Serving Size: 2 jalapeño poppers
- Calories: 98 kcal
- Diet: Weight Watchers
- Cooking Time: 18 minutes
- Servings: 6
- Course: Snack
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cuisine: American
EQUIPMENT:
- Baking tray
- Spoon
- Small mixing bowl
- Measuring cups
- Baking paper
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Silicone spatula
- Measuring spoons
- Serving platter
INGREDIENTS:
- Six medium jalapeño peppers
- 1 tsp chopped thyme leaves
- Half tsp garlic powder
- 3 ounces light Brie cheese
- Half cup blueberries
- 2 tbsp softened reduced-fat cream cheese
- One tsp pure maple syrup
- Quarter tsp ground black pepper
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley
INGREDIENT NOTES:
JALAPENO PEPPERS:
- These are the main components that make the recipe delicious. They get soft after baking and give a slight bite. You may use mini sweet peppers as per your choice.
LIGHT BRIE CHEESE:
- This melts beautifully into a rich and creamy filling. Brie cheese gives a mild buttery taste and pairs well with other ingredients. You may use reduced-fat mozzarella as an alternative.
REDUCED-FAT CREAM CHEESE:
- It makes the smooth filling and holds the brie together while melting. Cream cheese gives creaminess and keeps the calories low. You may use light ricotta cheese as a substitute.
BLUEBERRIES:
- Blueberries give a juicy burst of sweet taste to balance the spicy jalapeños. They give beautiful color and antioxidants to the recipe. You may use chopped strawberries as another option.
MAPLE SYRUP:
- It gives a delicate natural sweet flavor with rich caramel and vanilla taste. Maple syrup improves the blueberries and maintains the richness of brie. Include sugar-free maple syrup as a substitute.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- First, cover the tray with baking paper and warm the oven to 400°F.
- Dry the washed jalapeños and cut them lengthwise in half slices.
- Take out the white membranes and seeds, then make dice of the rind-removed brie cheese.
- Mix diced light brie, softened reduced-fat cream cheese, garlic powder, black pepper, and thyme in the mixing bowl.
- Then fold in blueberries and spoon the mixture evenly into the jalapeno half.
- Include the jalapeno poppers on the tray and bake for 18 minutes, then take them from the tray.
- Lastly, drizzle maple syrup on top and sprinkle fresh parsley, then serve.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
PARTY:
- Turkey Meatballs
- Chicken Skewers
- Veggie Platter
- Caprese Skewers
- Shrimp Cocktail
SALADS:
- Garden Salad
- Spinach Salad
- Strawberry Spinach Salad
- Cucumber Tomato Salad
- Arugula Salad
SOUPS:
- Tomato Soup
- Butternut Squash Soup
- Roasted Red Pepper Soup
- Vegetable Soup
- Chicken Vegetable Soup
SIDES:
- Roasted Asparagus
- Air Fryer Zucchini Fries
- Grilled Corn
- Roasted Brussels Sprouts
- Garlic Green Beans
DRINKS:
- Sparkling Water with Lemon
- Unsweetened Iced Tea
- Berry Infused Water
- Lime Soda Water
- Fresh Lemonade
TIPS:
- Wear disposable gloves, then remove the seeds from the jalapeños to protect the skin.
- Fresh and firm blueberries give the best texture in the recipe.
- Avoid overfilling the peppers as the cheese expands during baking.
- Serve the poppers right after baking to get the creamiest filling and best texture.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Store the jalapeno poppers in the vessel for 3 days.
FREEZER:
- Freeze the unbaked poppers in the tray, then add them to the vessel to freeze for 60 days.
FAQs:
Can I prepare this snack earlier than required time?
- Yes, you may assemble them one day in advance and refrigerate till need to bake.
Is this recipe good to prepare in an air fryer?
- Yes, you may air fry the poppers for 12 minutes at 375°F.
Does this recipe contain nuts in it?
- No, there are no nuts included, which makes this snack perfect for those who have a nut allergy.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Total Carbs: 7 grams
Sodium: 0.19 g
Potassium: 0.18 grams
Vitamin A: 340 IU
Fiber: 2 grams
Net Carbs: 5 grams
Iron: 0.4 g
Calcium: 0.09 g
Protein: 5 grams
Calories: 98 kcal
Weight Watchers Points: 3 Points