Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers
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Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers
Description
Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers feature jalapenos sliced lengthwise and deseeded, filled with a blend of cream cheese, cheddar cheese, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Each pepper half is wrapped with a half slice of bacon secured with a toothpick, then baked until the bacon crisps and browns. The baking temperature of 400°F ensures the bacon becomes crisp while the cheese melts inside the pepper cavity. The filling has a creamy texture balanced by the pepper's mild heat and smoky bacon. These poppers serve well warm as an appetizer or finger food.
The combination of softened cream cheese and shredded cheddar brings richness and mild sharpness, while the onion powder and black pepper add subtle seasoning without overpowering the jalapeno's spicy note. Wrapping with regular thin bacon slices is essential to crispiness; thick-cut bacon is discouraged because it won't crisp as well in the short baking time. Cooking spray on foil-lined sheet pan prevents sticking and eases cleanup.
Because the poppers are best served immediately for optimal texture, plan to serve soon after baking. The recipe yields 12 poppers, suitable for sharing at gatherings or as a snack. They pair well with beer or other chilled beverages.
Ingredients
- 12 jalapeno pepper approximately 3-4 inches long
- 1 ounce block cream cheese softened
- 1 cup cheddar cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 12 lices Bacon do not use thick cut
- cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Line a sheet pan with foil and coat it with cooking spray.
- Cut the jalapenos in half lengthwise and use a spoon to scoop out the seeds and ribs.
- In a medium bowl mix together the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, onion powder, salt and pepper.
- Fill each jalapeno half with the cheese mixture.
- Cut the slices of bacon in half crosswise and wrap each pepper half in a slice of bacon, using a toothpick to secure the bacon.
- Arrange the peppers on the baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until bacon is crispy and browned. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 12Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 198 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 198kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Cholesterol | 45mg | 15% |
| Sodium | 362mg | 15% |
| Potassium | 113mg | 2% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 505IU | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 16.6mg | 18% |
| Calcium | 89mg | 9% |
| Iron | 0.3mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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