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Crispy Bacon Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers

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These crispy bacon wrapped jalapeño poppers combine smoky bacon, spicy jalapeños, and creamy cream cheese for an easy, crowd-pleasing appetizer perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 12 medium fresh jalapeño peppers
  • 8 ounces (225 grams) full-fat cream cheese, softened to room temperature
  • 12 slices thin-cut bacon
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: 1/2 cup (50 grams) shredded sharp cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese

Instructions

  1. Rinse and dry the jalapeños. Slice them in half lengthwise and carefully remove the seeds and membranes using a small spoon or knife. For less heat, remove all seeds; for more spice, leave some in. Set aside on a paper towel to dry.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. If using, fold in shredded cheese until evenly mixed. The filling should be smooth and easy to spread.
  3. Generously spoon the cream cheese mixture into each jalapeño half, pressing gently to fill without spilling over.
  4. Cut bacon slices in half crosswise. Wrap each stuffed jalapeño half with a bacon piece, securing the end underneath to prevent unraveling during cooking. Place each popper on a wire rack set over a rimmed baking sheet (or directly on parchment-lined sheet if no rack).
  5. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake poppers for 20 to 25 minutes until bacon is crispy and jalapeños are tender. Rotate the tray halfway for even cooking. Watch closely at the end to avoid burning the bacon.
  6. Let poppers cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

If bacon starts cooking too fast before jalapeños are tender, loosely cover poppers with foil after 15 minutes, then remove foil for last 5 minutes to crisp. Using a wire rack helps bacon crisp evenly by draining fat. For milder poppers, remove all seeds and membranes. Poppers can be prepared ahead and refrigerated or frozen before baking. Reheat in oven to maintain crispiness; avoid microwaving.

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