Bacon Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers: The Appetizer That Never Sticks Around
There’s something about jalapeño poppers that makes them disappear from the table almost instantly. This version, from Jennie Flight, takes things up a notch: fresh jalapeños are stuffed with a creamy, cheesy filling, then wrapped in bacon and baked until crispy. The result? That perfect balance of heat, richness, and smoky bacon goodness.
Whether you're hosting friends or just feel like treating yourself, these poppers are dangerously easy to make—and even easier to eat. Don’t say we didn’t warn you.
Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers
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Category
Appetizer
Cuisine
Mexican-American
Author:
Jennie Flight
Servings
12
Prep Time
15-20 minutes
Cook Time
20-25 minutes
These Bacon Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers from Jennie Flight are the ultimate crowd-pleaser. Creamy, cheesy, spicy, and wrapped in crispy bacon—what more could you want? Perfect for backyard BBQs, or game day spreads.
Ingredients
- 12 fresh jalapeno peppers about 2-3 inches in length
- 8 oz block cream cheese softened
- 1 cup cheddar cheese
- 2 green onions thinly sliced
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 12 slices bacon
Directions
- 1. Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a sheet pan with foil and coat it with cooking spray. Cut the jalapenos in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds and ribs.
- 2. In a medium bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, cheddar cheese, green onions, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Fill each jalapeno with the cheese mixture.
- 3. Cut the slices of bacon in half crosswise and wrap each pepper half in a slice of bacon. Use a toothpick to secure the bacon (see Note).
- 4. Arrange the peppers on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy. Serve immediately.
Recipe Note
To prevent toothpicks from burning in the oven, soak in water 1 hour before using.