Cream Cheese Jalapeno Poppers
Cream cheese jalapeno poppers are a crowd-pleasing appetizer featuring creamy filling, smoky bacon, and spicy jalapenos. Perfect for parties or casual snacking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 fresh jalapenos
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp smoked paprika (optional)
- 12 slices thin-cut bacon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top.
- Slice each jalapeno in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and membranes with a small spoon. Wear gloves if sensitive to spice.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.
- Spoon the cream cheese mixture into each jalapeno half, filling them generously.
- Cut the bacon slices in half and wrap one piece around each filled jalapeno. Secure with toothpicks if needed.
- Place the poppers on the wire rack and bake for 18-22 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the filling is bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm!
Notes
For milder poppers, remove all seeds and membranes from the jalapenos. Broil for 2-3 minutes at the end for extra crispy bacon.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 popper
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 0.5
- Sodium: 200
- Fat: 9
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Carbohydrates: 2
- Fiber: 0.5
- Protein: 6
Keywords: jalapeno poppers, cream cheese, bacon-wrapped, party appetizer, spicy snack