Easy Bacon Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers
These bacon-wrapped jalapeño poppers are the ultimate spicy snack, featuring crispy bacon, creamy cheese filling, and a fiery kick. Perfect for parties, game days, or a late-night treat!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 16 poppers 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 medium-sized fresh jalapeños
- 8 ounces full-fat cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 16 thin-cut bacon strips
- Toothpicks
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
- Slice jalapeños in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and membranes using a spoon. Leave some seeds for extra spice if desired.
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, and smoked paprika until smooth.
- Spoon the cheese mixture into each jalapeño half, ensuring an even layer of filling.
- Wrap each jalapeño half with a strip of bacon, overlapping slightly. Secure the bacon with a toothpick.
- Arrange the poppers on the prepared baking sheet (or wire rack). Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the filling is bubbling.
- Let the poppers rest for 5 minutes before serving to avoid burning your mouth on the hot cheese filling.
Notes
For extra crispy bacon, broil the poppers for 1-2 minutes after baking. Adjust the spice level by removing seeds or using milder peppers. Taste the filling before stuffing the jalapeños to adjust seasonings as needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 popper
- Calories: 150180
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 300
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 2
- Fiber: 0.5
- Protein: 7
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