Description
Savory bacon-wrapped jalapeño poppers filled with creamy cheese, perfect for parties and cozy gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 fresh jalapeños
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 12 slices of bacon
- Optional seasonings: smoked paprika or chili powder
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Slice each jalapeño in half lengthwise and remove the seeds.
- In a bowl, mix the cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, and any optional seasonings.
- Spoon the cheese mixture into each jalapeño half.
- Wrap each stuffed jalapeño with a slice of bacon, securing with toothpicks if needed.
- Place the wrapped poppers on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 15 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the cheese is bubbly.
- Let cool slightly, then serve warm.
Notes
Consider using turkey bacon for a lighter option or adding fresh herbs during summer for a refreshing twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 popper
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: jalapeño poppers, bacon, appetizer, party food, comfort food