Description
These savory bacon-wrapped jalapeño poppers are filled with creamy cheddar cheese and spices, then baked to crispy perfection. Perfect for game day or any gathering!
Ingredients
– 12 large jalapeño peppers
– 8 oz cream cheese, softened
– 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
– 1 tsp garlic powder
– 1 tsp onion powder
– 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
– 12 slices of bacon
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1.
2. 1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
3. 2. Cut the jalapeño peppers in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and membranes.
4. 3. In a bowl, mix together the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until well combined.
5. 4. Spoon the cheese mixture into each jalapeño half.
6. 5. Wrap each stuffed jalapeño with a slice of bacon, securing with a toothpick if necessary.
7. 6. Place the bacon-wrapped jalapeños on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
8. 7. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the cheese is bubbly.
9. 8. Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
– You can adjust the spice level by adding more or less jalapeño seeds.
– For an extra kick, consider adding some diced jalapeños to the cheese mixture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 poppers
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: jalapeño poppers, bacon, appetizer