Description

Jalapeno Poppers with Bacon are the ultimate party appetizer—spicy, creamy, smoky, and irresistibly crispy. Fresh jalapeños are stuffed with a rich cream cheese and cheddar filling, wrapped in savory bacon, and baked until sizzling and golden. Whether for BBQs, game nights, holidays, or potlucks, these crowd-pleasing poppers are an easy handheld snack everyone loves.

Ingredients

Scale

12 jalapeño peppers, halved lengthwise and seeded
1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
1 (8 oz) package shredded Cheddar cheese
1 lb bacon, cut in half crosswise

Optional Add-Ins

Chopped green onions
Garlic powder
Monterey Jack or Pepper Jack cheese
Turkey or plant-based bacon

Instructions

Prep: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Prepare Peppers: Slice jalapeños in half lengthwise. Scoop out seeds and membranes.
Mix Filling: Combine softened cream cheese and shredded Cheddar until smooth.
Fill: Spoon or pipe the cheese mixture into each jalapeño half.
Wrap: Wrap each pepper with half a slice of bacon. Secure with a toothpick if needed.
Bake: Place on baking sheet and bake 20–25 minutes until bacon is crispy and cheese is bubbly.
Cool & Serve: Rest 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Wear gloves when handling jalapeños to avoid irritation.
Use room-temperature cream cheese for smoother filling.
For extra-crispy bacon, bake on a wire rack set over the tray.
To reduce heat, remove all seeds and membranes.
Freeze uncooked poppers and bake from frozen—add 10 minutes cook time.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Appetizer, Party Food, Snacks
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 poppers
Calories: 160
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 330mg
Fat: 13g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Carbohydrates: 3g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 8g
Cholesterol: 32mg

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