Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers (Grilled)

Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers (Grilled)

from spendwithpennies.com
20 min
12 servings

Delicious jalapenos stuffed with a gooey cheesy filling and wrapped in bacon! These are grilled until the bacon crisps and the cheese melts .. and are out of this world!

Ingredients

  • 6 whole jalapeno peppers
  • 6 ounces cream cheese (the block, not the spreadable)
  • 1 green onion (finely minced)
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 ½ ounces sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
  • 12 slices bacon

Directions

  1. 1

    Cut the stem off each jalapeno and cut in half lengthwise. Using a small spoon, scrape out seeds & membranes.

  2. 2

    In a small bowl combine cream cheese, green onion, garlic powder and cheddar cheese. Stuff into the jalapeno halves.

  3. 3

    Wrap each jalapeno completely with bacon ensuring the cheese is covered. Secure with toothpicks.

  4. 4

    Place jalapenos on grill cut side down and grill just until bacon begins to crisp (about 6 minutes). Gently loosen bacon from the grill and flip jalapenos over. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook an additional 10-12 minutes or until bacon is cooked and cheese is melted.

  5. 5

    Preheat to 425°F, place on a parchment lined pan and bake about 18-23 minutes or until bacon is crisp and cheese is melted.