Description
Spicy jalapeño peppers stuffed with creamy cheese, wrapped in crispy bacon, and baked to perfection.
Ingredients
- 12 fresh jalapeño peppers
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 12 slices bacon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cut jalapeños in half lengthwise and remove seeds.
- Mix cream cheese, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper in a bowl.
- Fill each jalapeño half with the cheese mixture.
- Wrap each stuffed jalapeño with a bacon slice.
- Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until bacon is crispy.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- Wear gloves when handling jalapeños.
- Adjust spice level by leaving or removing seeds.
- For extra crispiness, broil for 1-2 minutes at the end.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American