Description
Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers are a mouthwatering appetizer featuring jalapeños stuffed with creamy cheese and wrapped in crispy bacon. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy night in!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 large jalapeños
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 12 slices of bacon, cut in half
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut the jalapeños in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and membranes for less heat.
- In a bowl, mix together the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Using a spoon or a piping bag, fill each jalapeño half with the cheese mixture.
- Wrap each stuffed jalapeño with half a slice of bacon, securing it with a toothpick if necessary.
- Arrange the wrapped jalapeños on a baking sheet and bake for 25 minutes or until the bacon is crispy and the cheese is bubbling.
Notes
For extra flavor, you can add diced green onions or spices into the cheese mixture.
Serve with a side of ranch dressing for dipping.
Adjust the amount of jalapeño seeds left in for desired heat level.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 25mg