Description
These bacon-wrapped jalapeño poppers are a spicy, cheesy, and irresistible party favorite. Perfect for impressing guests, they offer a delightful kick and a satisfyingly savory bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 large jalapeño peppers
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 4 oz shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup finely chopped cooked bacon
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Pinch of salt
- Pinch of black pepper
- 8 slices bacon, halved
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Slice the jalapeños in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and membranes.
- In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, chopped bacon, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Spoon the cheese mixture evenly into the jalapeño halves.
- Wrap each filled jalapeño half with a piece of bacon, securing it with a toothpick if needed.
- Place the poppers on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the jalapeños are tender.
- Let them cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For milder poppers, remove all seeds and membranes from the jalapeños.
- You can add other shredded cheeses like Monterey Jack or pepper jack to the filling.
- Ensure the cream cheese is fully softened for easier mixing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 poppers
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 45mg