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Jalapeño Popper Crescent Bombs

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Cheesy, spicy, and wrapped in golden crescent dough, these Jalapeño Popper Crescent Bombs are the ultimate easy party appetizer. Creamy, savory filling with bacon, cheddar, and jalapeños makes them irresistible for gatherings, game days, or snacking.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 6 strips cooked bacon, finely chopped
  • 2 medium fresh jalapeños, seeded and diced
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 2 cans (8 oz each) refrigerated crescent roll dough
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • Optional: 1 tablespoon sesame seeds or everything bagel seasoning

Instructions

  1. In a medium mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, chopped bacon, diced jalapeños, garlic powder, and a pinch each of salt and black pepper. Mix until creamy and evenly combined.
  2. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Open crescent roll dough and separate into 16 triangles.
  4. Place about 1 tablespoon of filling at the wide end of each triangle. Roll up towards the narrow end, tucking in the sides and pinching seams closed.
  5. Arrange bombs on the baking sheet, leaving space between each.
  6. Brush each bomb with beaten egg. Sprinkle with sesame seeds or everything bagel seasoning if desired.
  7. Bake for 13–16 minutes, or until puffed and deep golden brown. Rotate pan halfway through baking.
  8. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

For less heat, remove all seeds and membranes from jalapeños. For more spice, leave some seeds or add hot sauce. Make ahead by assembling and refrigerating up to 24 hours before baking, or freeze unbaked bombs. Use gluten-free crescent dough for gluten-free version. Vegetarian option: omit bacon or use veggie bacon.

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