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Crispy Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers

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These crispy bacon-wrapped jalapeño poppers feature a creamy cheese filling and perfectly crisp bacon, making them an easy and crowd-pleasing appetizer.

Ingredients

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  • 12 medium-sized jalapeño peppers, halved and seeded
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 12 slices thin-cut bacon, cut in half crosswise
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Optional: dash of hot sauce or cayenne pepper for extra heat

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with foil and place a cooling rack on top if available.
  2. Wearing gloves, slice each jalapeño in half lengthwise and remove seeds and membranes to reduce heat. Rinse and pat dry thoroughly.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth. Add hot sauce if desired.
  4. Fill each jalapeño half generously with the cheese mixture, smoothing the tops.
  5. Wrap each filled jalapeño half tightly with a half slice of bacon, securing with a toothpick if needed.
  6. Place poppers on the cooling rack or directly on the foil-lined baking sheet.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes until bacon is crispy and cheese is bubbly, checking around 18 minutes to avoid burning.
  8. Let poppers rest for 5 minutes before serving to firm up and cool slightly.

Notes

Wear gloves when handling jalapeños to avoid irritation. Pat peppers dry to ensure bacon crisps well. Use thin-cut bacon for best results. If bacon isn’t crisping evenly, broil for 1-2 minutes at the end, watching closely. Poppers can be prepared ahead and refrigerated before baking. Reheat in oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes to maintain crispiness.

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