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Crispy Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers

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A quick and easy appetizer featuring fresh jalapeños stuffed with a creamy cheese filling, wrapped in crispy bacon for a perfect balance of spicy, smoky, and cheesy flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 12 medium fresh jalapeños, washed and halved lengthwise, seeds removed for milder heat
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • 12 slices thin-cut bacon
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: chopped green onions or cilantro
  • Optional: splash of hot sauce

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top.
  2. Wear gloves and cut jalapeños in half lengthwise. Scoop out seeds and membranes unless you prefer more heat.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and black pepper. Mix until smooth. Add optional green onions or hot sauce if desired.
  4. Stuff each jalapeño half generously with the cream cheese mixture.
  5. Wrap each stuffed jalapeño half with one slice of bacon, spiraling tightly to cover the filling. Secure with a toothpick if needed.
  6. Place the bacon-wrapped poppers seam-side down on the wire rack.
  7. Bake for 20–25 minutes until bacon is crisp and cheese filling is bubbly. Rotate the baking sheet halfway through for even cooking.
  8. Let poppers rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Use thin-cut bacon for faster crisping. Wearing gloves when handling jalapeños prevents skin irritation. Avoid overstuffing to prevent cheese leakage. Rotate baking sheet halfway through cooking for even crisping. For dairy-free, substitute cream cheese with plant-based alternative. Thick-cut bacon may require additional 5 minutes baking time.

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