Smoky Bacon Jalapeño Poppers: 12 Amazing Bites
These bacon-wrapped jalapeño poppers are glazed with BBQ sauce for a smoky, sweet, and spicy appetizer perfect for any gathering.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 24 poppers
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 large jalapeño peppers
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup finely chopped cooked bacon
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 12 slices bacon, cut in half
- 1/4 cup BBQ sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice the jalapeños in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and membranes.
- In a bowl, mix together the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, chopped bacon, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Spoon the cream cheese mixture into each jalapeño half.
- Wrap each stuffed jalapeño half with a half-slice of bacon, securing it with a toothpick if needed.
- Place the poppers on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy.
- Brush the poppers with BBQ sauce during the last 5 minutes of baking.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- For milder poppers, remove all seeds and membranes.
- Adjust the amount of garlic powder and pepper to your preference.
- You can use your favorite BBQ sauce for the glaze.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 poppers
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
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