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Crispy Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeño Popper Corn Dogs

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A quick and easy party snack combining spicy jalapeño poppers wrapped in crispy bacon and coated in a light, fluffy corn dog batter. Perfect for game nights and casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • Fresh medium-sized jalapeños, halved and seeded
  • Thin slices of bacon, enough to wrap each jalapeño half (thick-cut preferred)
  • 4 ounces softened cream cheese
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cornmeal (fine or medium grind)
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 3/4 cup milk (whole or 2%)
  • Vegetable oil for frying (about 4 cups)
  • Wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes
  • Optional: 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Optional: 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

  1. Slice each jalapeño in half lengthwise and remove seeds and membranes. Pat dry with paper towels.
  2. Mix softened cream cheese and shredded cheddar cheese until smooth. Add garlic powder and smoked paprika if using.
  3. Spoon cheese mixture into each jalapeño half, mounding slightly.
  4. Wrap each stuffed jalapeño half with a slice of bacon, overlapping slightly to hold together. Secure with toothpick or skewer if needed (remove toothpicks before frying).
  5. Thread a soaked wooden skewer lengthwise through each bacon-wrapped popper.
  6. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cornmeal, baking powder, sugar, salt, smoked paprika, and garlic powder.
  7. In a separate bowl, beat the egg with milk. Pour wet ingredients into dry and stir until just combined. Batter should be thick but not runny; add more milk if needed.
  8. Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or heavy pot to 350°F (175°C) to a depth of about 3 inches.
  9. Dip each bacon-wrapped popper into the batter, coating evenly. Spoon batter over spots if needed.
  10. Carefully lower 3-4 poppers at a time into hot oil. Fry 4-6 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and bacon is crisp.
  11. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on a wire rack. Let cool slightly before serving.
  12. Serve warm with dipping sauces like ranch, spicy mayo, or honey mustard glaze.

Notes

Maintain oil temperature at 350°F to avoid greasy or undercooked batter. Soak wooden skewers for 30 minutes to prevent burning. Pat bacon dry before wrapping for extra crispiness. Do not overcrowd fryer to keep oil temperature steady. For gluten-free, substitute all-purpose flour with gluten-free blend or almond flour. Baking option: bake at 400°F for 20-25 minutes on a wire rack for less crispy results.

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