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Crispy Bacon Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers

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These crispy bacon wrapped jalapeño poppers combine spicy peppers with a creamy cheese filling and perfectly crisp bacon, making a quick and easy crowd-pleasing appetizer.

Ingredients

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  • 12 medium-sized fresh jalapeños
  • 8 ounces (225 grams) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup (120 grams) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 12 slices thick-cut bacon
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Optional: pinch of smoked paprika or cayenne pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Wearing gloves, slice each jalapeño in half lengthwise and scrape out seeds and ribs to control heat level.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth and creamy.
  4. Spoon the cheese mixture into each jalapeño half, filling generously but not overflowing.
  5. Wrap one slice of thick-cut bacon tightly around each stuffed jalapeño half. Secure with a toothpick if needed.
  6. Place the wrapped poppers seam side down on a wire rack set over a rimmed baking sheet or directly on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them apart.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes until bacon is crispy and cheese is bubbly. If bacon is not crisp enough, broil for 1-2 minutes watching carefully to prevent burning.
  8. Let the poppers cool for about 5 minutes before serving to firm up the filling.

Notes

Use gloves when handling jalapeños to avoid skin irritation. Thick-cut bacon crisps better and holds filling well. For extra smoky flavor, add a few drops of liquid smoke to the cheese filling. Par-cook bacon 2-3 minutes if it curls too much. Let poppers rest before serving to avoid burning mouth on hot cheese. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat in oven to maintain crispiness.

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