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Classic Jalapeño Poppers with Cream Cheese

Jalapeño poppers are a party staple for a reason — they're spicy, creamy, crispy, and basically impossible to stop eating. Bake them instead of frying to keep things easier and less messy. You can stuff them ahead of time and just bake when ready.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 24 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 12 large jalapeños halved lengthwise and seeded
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 6 strips bacon cut in half
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with foil.
  2. Mix cream cheese, cheddar, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and black pepper together.
  3. Fill each jalapeño half generously with the cream cheese mixture.
  4. Wrap each filled jalapeño half with a half strip of bacon and secure with a toothpick.
  5. Bake for 20-22 minutes until bacon is crispy and cheese is bubbly.
  6. Let cool 5 minutes before serving.