Bacon Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers
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Bacon Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers
Description
This recipe begins by halving jalapeños lengthwise and removing seeds and membranes, reducing some heat for balanced spiciness. The cream cheese and pepper jack cheese blend provides a smooth, flavorful filling with slight sharpness and spice. Each filled pepper half is wrapped with a slice of thin bacon, which crisps during baking at 425°F for about 20-25 minutes.
The bacon wrapping adds a smoky, salty contrast to the creamy interior and the pepper’s mild kick. Baking on foil-lined sheets promotes even cooking and easy cleanup. The finished poppers can be served warm or at room temperature, making them suitable for parties or snacks.
The recipe suggests using thin-cut bacon ensures even cooking and recommends using a full slice per popper. Substitutions like grilled or smoked methods in a Traeger smoker at 375°F are options for alternative flavor. Preparation can be done ahead and refrigerated up to two days before baking. Leftovers store well for several days refrigerated.
Ingredients
- 8 jalapeno pepper
- 1 (8-ounce) block cream cheese softened
- 1 cup pepper jack cheese shredded
- 16 lices Bacon thin sliced
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
- Halve jalapeños lengthwise, then use a spoon to remove seeds and veins.
- Mix cream cheese and pepper jack cheese together in a small bowl.
- Stuff each pepper half with cheese filling.
- Wrap each pepper with a slice of bacon.
- Lay flat on a cookie sheet lined with aluminum foil and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until bacon is crispy.
- Serve hot or at room temperature.
Notes
- Thin-cut bacon is recommended for even cooking; use a whole slice per popper for adequate coverage.
- Prep jalapeño poppers up to two days ahead and refrigerate before baking to save time.
- Alternative cooking method: smoke on a Traeger grill at 375°F for about 30 minutes until bacon crisps.
- Let cooked poppers cool for at least 10 minutes before serving for better texture and safety.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 484 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 484kcal | 24% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 19g | 38% |
| Fat | 44g | 68% |
| Saturated Fat | 17g | 85% |
| Cholesterol | 83mg | 28% |
| Sodium | 737mg | 31% |
| Potassium | 287mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 516IU | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 40mg | 44% |
| Calcium | 219mg | 22% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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