Jalapeño Cheese Squares
These cheesy Jalapeño Cheese Squares are soft, savory, and packed with cheddar, Monterey Jack, fresh jalapeños, and green onions. They're perfect as an appetizer, snack, or party side dish with just the right amount of heat.
Equipment
- 9×9-inch baking dish
- large mixing bowl
- Medium mixing bowl
- whisk
- rubber spatula
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup finely chopped jalapeños (fresh or pickled)
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 1/2 cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs with the milk until smooth.
- Gradually add the egg mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- Fold in the cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, jalapeños, and green onions until evenly distributed.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
- Bake for 30 minutes, or until the top is lightly golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool for 5–10 minutes before cutting into squares and serving warm.
Notes
Use fresh jalapeños for a brighter flavor or pickled jalapeños for extra tang. Remove the seeds for a milder version. Serve warm with sour cream, ranch dressing, or salsa. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and reheat before serving.