Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers

Bacon-wrapped jalapeño poppers with a creamy cheese filling sit enticingly on a plate, each secured with toothpicks. A small bowl of dipping sauce accompanies these delicious appetizers.

Bacon-wrapped jalapeno poppers are the ultimate party pleaser! With their creamy, cheesy filling and smoky bacon crunch, they pack just the right kick of heat. Quick to prep, easy to bake, and gone in a flash—don’t expect leftovers!

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Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 35

Total Time: 50

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: American

Keyword: bacon wrapped jalapeno poppers

Servings:

Calories: 222kcal

Ingredients

½ cup cream cheese
½ cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
12 jalapeno peppers halved lengthwise, seeds and membranes removed
12 slices bacon

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400ºF (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Mix cream cheese and Cheddar cheese together in a bowl until evenly blended. Fill each jalapeño half with cheese mixture.
½ cup cream cheese, ½ cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese, 12 jalapeno peppers
Put halves back together and wrap each stuffed pepper with a slice of bacon (you can secure them with a toothpick). Arrange bacon-wrapped peppers on the prepared baking sheet.
12 slices bacon
Bake in the preheated oven until bacon is crispy, 25 to 35 minutes.
Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

Notes

Gloves: Wear gloves when handling jalapeños. This saves you from any accidental pepper burns later. Trust me, your eyes will thank you.

Bacon: Use thick-cut bacon. It wraps better and crisps up beautifully without shrinking too much.

Customize it: Add a pinch of garlic powder, onion powder, or even a dash of black pepper for extra flavor to the cream cheese filling.

Add more cheese: Pepper jack, mozzarella, or even a mix of cheeses work beautifully with the cream cheese filling–just mix them together well!

Spice level: Removing the seeds and membranes tones down the heat, but if you want them extra mild, look for larger, milder jalapeños.

Toothpicks: If your bacon isn’t staying put, a toothpick does the trick.

Line your baking sheet: Parchment paper keeps cleanup easy and prevents the poppers from sticking.

Bake until the bacon is crispy: This ensures the ultimate bite—crunchy, creamy, and full of flavor.

Make ahead: Prep the poppers up to the point of baking, then store them in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Bake them fresh when you're ready to serve.

Storage and Reheating Instructions

Fridge: If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They’ll stay fresh for up to three days.
Reheat: Reheat them in the oven or air fryer at 350°F (175°C) until warm and crispy again—just like new!

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