Reinertsen Armadillo Eggs

Spice up your snack game with Reinertsen Armadillo Eggs, a tantalizing combination of bold flavors and irresistible textures. This crave-worthy recipe features fresh, halved jalapeños stuffed with a creamy blend of cream cheese, cheddar, garlic, and onion powders, all wrapped snugly in seasoned ground pork sausage for a savory kick. For an added touch of crunch, a breadcrumb coating is optional, while a sprinkle of smoked paprika gives these baked bites a smoky, golden finish. Ready in under an hour, these cheesy, spicy appetizers are perfect for game day spreads, party platters, or an indulgent treat for spice lovers.

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 8 large Fresh jalapeños
• 8 ounces Cream cheese
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 pound Ground pork sausage
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

Step 2

Wash the jalapeños and carefully slice them in half lengthwise. Remove the seeds and membranes with a spoon to reduce heat, or leave some seeds for extra spice.

Step 3

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth and well incorporated.

Step 4

Fill each jalapeño half with the cheese mixture, packing it tightly but ensuring the cheese is level with the edges of the pepper.

Step 5

Divide the ground pork sausage into 8 equal portions (about 2 ounces each). Flatten each portion into a thin patty and wrap it around the stuffed jalapeño half, fully encasing it in sausage. Smooth the sausage layer to seal any gaps.

Step 6

Optional: Roll each sausage-wrapped jalapeño in breadcrumbs for added crunch and texture.

Step 7

Place the wrapped jalapeños on the prepared baking sheet, seam side down. Sprinkle smoked paprika evenly over the tops for extra flavor and color.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the sausage is fully cooked (internal temperature of 160°F/71°C) and the outside is golden brown.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy these spicy, cheesy, and savory Reinertsen Armadillo Eggs as an appetizer or game-day snack!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1015.2 grams (1015.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3001

Total Fat 248.90g	319%
Saturated Fat 115.70g	579%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.40g
Cholesterol 681mg	227%
Sodium 6644mg	289%
Total Carbohydrate 69.20g	25%
Dietary Fiber 8.00g	29%
Total Sugars 19.00g
Protein 135.30g	271%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1169mg	90%
Iron 9mg	52%
Potassium 939mg	20%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 73.3%

Protein: 17.7%

Carbs: 9.1%