Bacon Jalapeno Cheese Poppers (Print Version)
Jalapeños stuffed with cheese and wrapped in smoky bacon for a crisp, spicy, crowd-pleasing finger food.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Peppers & Filling
01 - 10 large jalapeños, halved and seeded
02 - 150 g cream cheese, softened
03 - 120 g shredded cheddar cheese
→ Wrap
04 - 10 slices thin bacon, halved lengthwise
05 - Pinch garlic powder
06 - Pinch ground black pepper
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat the oven to 200°C. In a bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, garlic powder, and black pepper until evenly combined.
02 - Using a small spoon, fill each jalapeño half with the cheese mixture, smoothing the top for even filling.
03 - Wrap each stuffed jalapeño half with one halved bacon strip, tucking the ends securely underneath.
04 - Place the wrapped jalapeños onto a rack set over a baking sheet. Bake for 22 to 25 minutes, or until the bacon is crisp and the filling is bubbling.
05 - Remove from oven and let the poppers rest for 5 minutes before serving.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Quick to assemble with only a few main ingredients
- Keto friendly gluten free and sure to please
- Perfect for BBQs game day or anytime finger food is needed
- Savory smoky spicy and creamy all in one bite
02 -
- High protein and low carb for keto lovers
- A breeze to scale for big parties or smaller gatherings
- The bacon crisps beautifully without need for frying
03 -
- Always wear gloves when handling fresh jalapeños to avoid burning your hands
- Bake on a rack to help the bacon render and crisp not sog
- Let the baked poppers rest a few minutes or the creamy center will be too molten to enjoy