Bacon Jalapeño Poppers
Bacon Jalapeño Poppers are a delicious party snack featuring creamy cheese, smoky bacon, and a crisp topping option.
Ingredients
For the filling
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened Soften the cream cheese for easier mixing.
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese You can substitute with pepper jack cheese for extra heat.
- 1 cup cooked bacon, chopped Ensure bacon is well-drained before adding.
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- to taste Salt and pepper Go easy on salt as bacon adds saltiness.
For assembly
- 12 jalapeños Cut in half lengthwise and seeds removed.
- 1 cup breadcrumbs, optional For a crisp topping.
- to taste Cooking spray or oil For baking.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cut the jalapeños in half lengthwise. Remove the seeds and white ribs. Wear gloves to avoid pepper juice on your skin.
- In a bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, cheddar cheese, bacon, garlic powder, and onion powder. Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Spoon the cheese and bacon mixture into each jalapeño half.
- If desired, sprinkle breadcrumbs over the filling and press lightly to adhere.
- Set the filled peppers on a baking sheet, filling side up. Lightly spray them with cooking spray or drizzle with oil.
Baking
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, until the peppers soften and the cheese is bubbly.
- Let the poppers cool for a few minutes, then serve warm.
Notes
Serve warm with ranch dressing or sour cream on the side for dipping. Store leftovers in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. Reheat in a 350°F (175°C) oven.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 6gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1g
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