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Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers

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A classic appetizer where fresh jalapenos are hollowed out, filled with a creamy, tangy cheese mixture, and wrapped in bacon. When baked, the bacon becomes crisp, the pepper softens, and the cheese turns bubbly for a perfect bite of smoky, spicy, and creamy comfort. These are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for any gathering.

Ingredients

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  • 12 medium fresh jalapenos
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 12 slices standard-cut bacon, each slice cut in half crosswise

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with a wire rack.
  2. Wearing gloves, slice each jalapeno in half lengthwise. Use a small spoon to scrape out and discard all the white ribs and seeds.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix until smooth and well-blended.
  4. Divide the cheese mixture evenly among the 24 jalapeno halves, filling them generously.
  5. Wrap each stuffed jalapeno half tightly with one half-slice of bacon. Place each popper seam-side down on the prepared wire rack.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the bacon is fully cooked, crisp, and browned, and the cheese filling is bubbly and lightly golden.
  7. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Optionally, broil for the final 1-2 minutes for extra-crispy bacon, watching closely.

Notes

For best results, use a wire rack to allow air circulation for crispy bacon on all sides. Let cream cheese soften fully for easy mixing. Wear gloves when handling jalapenos. Poppers can be assembled and refrigerated a day ahead, or frozen unbaked for up to 2 months. Reheat leftovers in an air fryer or toaster oven to maintain crispness.

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