Bacon Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers
This bacon wrapped Jalapeño Poppers recipe is stuffed with a creamy and flavorful filling inside a layer of crispy bacon. They are so easy to make and vanishes instantly at every gathering!
Servings: 12 Jalapeño Poppers
Calories: 112kcal
Cost: $12
Ingredients
- 12 large fresh jalapeño peppers (3-4 inches long)
- 8 ounce cream cheese , softened
- 1 cup freshly grated sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
- 12 slices bacon (NOT thick cut) , cut in half
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
- Par Cook Bacon: Line a sheet pan with foil and lay bacon on top. Bake for 20 minutes. Remove from oven and place bacon on a paper towel-lined plate. Discard grease and foil from tray.
- Prep Jalapeños: Slice the jalapeños in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and ribs.
- Make Filling: In a medium bowl combine cream cheese, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt and pepper.
- Assemble: Spoon a small scoop of filling mixture into each jalapeño half, filling it just to the top (don’t over-stuff). Wrap bacon around each jalapeño, and secure with a toothpick.
- Cook: Line baking sheet with foil and place a wire cooling rack on top. Arrange poppers on tray and bake for about 20 minutes or until bacon is crispy. Serve immediately.
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Notes
Air Fryer Instructions: Assemble jalapenos (no need to par-bake the bacon). Preheat airfryer to 325ºF and cook for 12 to 14 minutes until bacon is crispy.
Make Ahead Instructions: Assemble a few hours or up to one day ahead of time. Remove from fridge 30 minutes before cooking.
Freezing Instructions: Place assembled jalapeños in a freezer safe container and freeze for up to 3 months. Bake from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the cooking time, if needed.
Freezing Instructions: Place assembled jalapeños in a freezer safe container and freeze for up to 3 months. Bake from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the cooking time, if needed.
Nutrition
Calories: 112kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 29mg | Sodium: 239mg | Potassium: 82mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 502IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 88mg | Iron: 0.2mg
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