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Homemade jalapeno poppers wrapped in bacon on a plate with ranch dressing.
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Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers

Make this easy Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers recipe for your appetizer tray at your next party, or for snacking on at the holidays! Each and every bite is loaded with a creamy, mildly spicy, cheesy, and smoky bacon flavor that is totally irresistible!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 199kcal
Author: Amy Nash

Ingredients

  • 12 slices bacon, sliced in half
  • 12 large jalapeno peppers, halved lengthwise with stem intact, seeds and membranes removed
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese or pepperjack cheese
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a sheet pan with foil and lay bacon slices on it so they aren't overlapping. Partially bake for 10-12 minutes. Remove bacon from the baking sheet and set a wire rack on top. Spray the wire rack with cooking spray.
  • While the bacon is cooking, slice jalapenos in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and white membrane by scraping the sides with a spoon.
  • In a medium bowl mix the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, salt and pepper until combined.  Use a knife to spread some of the cream cheese mixture into each jalapeno half. Do not overfill.
  • Wrap jalapeno half a half slice of bacon, securing bacon with a toothpick, if necessary.  Arrange the wrapped jalapeno poppers on the wire rack.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes until bacon is crispy and and the cheese is melted. Serve immediately with ranch dressing for dipping.

Notes

  • Bacon: If you prefer your jalapeno poppers more well-wrapped, you can use a full slice of bacon on each. This is sometimes necessary if the jalapenos are especially large. Decide this before assembling the poppers, as you will need double the amount of bacon if you use a full piece for each popper.
  • Make Ahead: Jalapeno poppers can be made up to 2 days in advance, giving you more time to enjoy your party. Just assemble the poppers on a baking sheet, uncooked. Wrap it tightly with plastic wrap and store them in the fridge until ready to bake.
  • Freezing: You can freeze these delicious appetizers on the baking sheet for 60 minutes, then transfer them to a freezer-safe airtight container or reusable bag. When ready to serve, just place as many of the frozen jalapeno poppers as you would like on a baking sheet and bake without thawing, adding 10 to 15 minutes to the regular baking time to account for them being frozen.
  • Reheating: Leftovers (if there are any) reheat pretty well in the microwave the next day. The bacon won't be as crispy, but it's still a delicious bite! Alternatively, chop them up and stir them into a bowl of mac and cheese for something a bit different. It's so good!

Nutrition

Calories: 199kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 45mg | Sodium: 362mg | Potassium: 116mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 507IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 90mg | Iron: 1mg