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Crispy Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers with Cream Cheese

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These crispy bacon-wrapped jalapeño poppers are filled with a creamy, flavorful cheese mixture and baked to perfection for a quick, crowd-pleasing appetizer.

Ingredients

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  • 12 medium to large fresh jalapeño peppers
  • 8 oz (225 g) full-fat cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup (100 g) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 12 thin-cut bacon strips
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Pinch of black pepper
  • Optional: smoked paprika or chili powder

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top if available.
  2. Wash and dry the jalapeños. Slice each pepper in half lengthwise and carefully remove seeds and membranes.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine softened cream cheese, shredded sharp cheddar, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth.
  4. Fill each jalapeño half with the cream cheese mixture, packing evenly without overflowing.
  5. Cut bacon strips in half if needed. Wrap each stuffed jalapeño half tightly with a bacon strip, securing ends underneath or with a toothpick.
  6. Arrange poppers on the wire rack or foil-lined baking sheet, spacing about 1 inch apart.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through if not using a wire rack, until bacon is crispy and cheese is bubbly.
  8. Optional: Broil for 1-2 minutes for extra crispiness, watching carefully to avoid burning.
  9. Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Use gloves when handling jalapeños to avoid skin irritation. Flip poppers halfway through baking if not using a wire rack to ensure even crispiness. For less heat, remove all seeds and membranes or substitute with mini sweet peppers.

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