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Jalape o popper

Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 12 fresh jalapeños halved and seeded
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 12 slices bacon halved

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F; set wire rack on foil-lined baking sheet.
  2. Mix cream cheese, cheddar, garlic powder, and paprika smooth in bowl.
  3. Spoon filling into jalapeño halves; press into cavities.
  4. Wrap each stuffed half with bacon piece; secure with toothpick.
  5. Arrange on rack; bake 22 to 25 minutes until bacon crisps.
  6. Rest 5 minutes to set filling before serving.

Notes

Wear gloves while seeding the jalapeños to keep the heat off your hands.