Description
Irresistibly cheesy and spicy jalapeño poppers filled with cream cheese, cheddar, and bacon, perfect for gatherings and celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 jalapeños
- 8 oz cream cheese (room temperature)
- 1 garlic clove (minced)
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper
- 3 Tbsp green onion (chopped)
- 1 cup shredded mild cheddar cheese
- 6 oz bacon (cooked and chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.
- Halve the jalapeños lengthwise and scrape out the seeds and membranes. Discard or reserve some seeds for heat.
- In a large bowl, combine the cream cheese, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, chopped green onion, shredded cheddar, and bacon. Mix until well incorporated.
- Fill each jalapeño half with the cheese mixture, leveling the filling with the edges.
- Arrange the stuffed jalapeños cut-side up on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 18–20 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and lightly golden.
- Let cool slightly for 5 minutes, then serve warm.
Notes
These poppers are rich in fat and protein due to the cream cheese, cheddar, and bacon. Adjust ingredients for lower calories if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 poppers
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4.5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg