Description
These Maple Bourbon Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeño Bites are a deliciously spicy and sweet appetizer, perfect for parties or game day.
Ingredients
12 jalapeño peppers
6 slices of bacon
1 cup cream cheese
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup maple syrup
2 tablespoons bourbon
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cut the jalapeños in half lengthwise and remove the seeds.
3. In a bowl, mix cream cheese, cheddar cheese, maple syrup, bourbon, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
4. Fill each jalapeño half with the cheese mixture.
5. Wrap each stuffed jalapeño with a slice of bacon, securing with a toothpick.
6. Place the bacon-wrapped jalapeños on a baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes until the bacon is crispy.
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate the bacon in bourbon before wrapping.
Adjust the amount of cheese and bacon to your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pieces
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: appetizer, jalapeño, bacon, bourbon, maple