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Crispy Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeno Popper Bites

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A quick and easy appetizer featuring jalapeño halves stuffed with a creamy cheddar and cream cheese mixture, wrapped in thick-cut bacon and baked until crispy. Perfect for game day or last-minute gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 12–15 medium jalapeño peppers
  • 8 oz block full-fat cream cheese, softened to room temperature
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, freshly grated
  • 12–15 strips thick-cut bacon
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • Freshly cracked black pepper
  • 2 tbsp finely chopped green onions (optional)
  • Cooking spray or oil for greasing pan

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a half-sheet baking pan with parchment paper or foil and lightly grease.
  2. Wash and dry jalapeños. Slice each pepper in half lengthwise. Carefully scrape out seeds and white membranes using a paring knife.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, garlic powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, and green onions. Mix until smooth. Chill mixture for 10 minutes to firm up.
  4. Pipe the cheese mixture into each pepper half, packing it tight and mounding it slightly above the rim.
  5. Wrap each stuffed pepper half with a strip of bacon, starting at the cut end and tucking the end underneath. Secure with a toothpick if necessary.
  6. Place wrapped peppers on the baking sheet, leaving space between them for air circulation.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, rotating the pan halfway through, until bacon is crispy and browned and cheese is bubbly.
  8. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving warm.

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is softened to room temperature for smooth mixing. Dry jalapeño halves thoroughly to help bacon stick. Do not overcrowd the pan to ensure bacon crisps properly. For extra heat, leave some seeds; for milder bites, remove all membranes. Can be assembled and refrigerated for up to 24 hours before baking.

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