Amazing Bacon-Wrapped Stuffed Jalapeños
These bacon-wrapped jalapeños are stuffed with a creamy cheese filling and baked until the bacon is crispy. They are the perfect spicy and savory appetizer for any gathering.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 24-32 pieces
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 12-16 fresh jalapeños
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 12-16 slices of bacon, cut in half
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Slice the jalapeños in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and membranes. Wear gloves to protect your hands from the heat.
- In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, chopped chives, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Spoon or pipe the cheese mixture into each jalapeño half.
- Wrap each stuffed jalapeño half with a half-slice of bacon. Secure with a toothpick if needed.
- Place the jalapeños on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the jalapeños are tender.
- Let them cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For milder jalapeños, remove all seeds and membranes.
- You can add cooked, crumbled bacon bits to the cheese filling for extra flavor.
- Experiment with different cheeses like pepper jack or Monterey Jack.
- For a smoky flavor, use applewood smoked bacon.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1-2 pieces
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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