Jalapeño Peppers: Since this is a recipe for jalapeño poppers, jalapeño peppers are a key ingredient here. Alternatively, if you prefer an alternative that is not so spicy, you may also use baby bell peppers instead. Be careful not to rub your eyes after cutting the jalapeños as it will cause your eyes to sting. It is best to wear disposible gloves for this.

Bacon Crumbles: You can either use ready-made bacon crumbles, or make your own by cooking bacon strips until very crispy then crumbling them into small pieces. If you prefer to keep this recipe vegan, you may use vegan bacon bits instead.

Cream Cheese: I used dairy-free cream cheese to keep this recipe dairy-free. However, if you are not lactose-intolerant, you may also use regular cream cheese instead.

 Mozzarella Cheese: I used shredded dairy-free mozzarella cheese to keep this recipe dairy-free, but if you are not lactose-intolerant, you may use regular shredded mozzarella cheese instead.

Mayonnaise: If you wish to keep this recipe vegan, you may use vegan mayonnaise instead.

Panko Breadcrumbs: I used gluten-free panko breadcrumbs to keep this recipe gluten-free. However, if you are not Celiac or gluten-intolerant, feel free to use regular panko breadcrumbs instead.

Granulated Garlic: I’ve added granulated garlic for extra flavor. Alternatively, you may also use garlic powder instead. For other seasonings, you may also use onion powder, ground paprika etc.