Description
These Jalapeño Poppers are the perfect combination of spicy jalapeños, creamy cheeses, and crispy bacon. They make a delicious appetizer for any occasion!
Ingredients
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Jalapeño Poppers:
- 12 fresh jalapeños halved lengthwise and seeds removed
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 slices bacon, cut in half
- toothpicks (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix cheese filling: In a medium bowl, mix together cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Fill jalapeños: Fill each jalapeño half with the cheese mixture.
- Wrap with bacon: Wrap each filled jalapeño with a half slice of bacon and secure with a toothpick if needed.
- Bake: Arrange the poppers on the baking sheet, cheese-side up. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the jalapeños are tender.
- Serve: Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier version, leave some seeds in.
- You can also air fry the poppers at 375°F for 10–12 minutes.
- Add chopped green onions or smoked paprika to the filling for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 poppers
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
