Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers

Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers

from dinneratthezoo.com
Appetizer
50 min
12 servings
198 kcal / serving

These bacon wrapped jalapeno poppers are creamy, spicy and loaded with cheese. The perfect party appetizer!

Ingredients

  • 12jalapeno peppers (approximately 3-4 inches long)
  • 18 ounce block cream cheese (softened)
  • 1 cupcheddar cheese
  • ½ teaspoononion powder
  • ½ teaspoonsalt
  • ½ teaspoonpepper
  • 12slices bacon (do not use thick cut)
  • cooking spray

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Line a sheet pan with foil and coat it with cooking spray.

  2. 2

    Cut the jalapenos in half lengthwise and use a spoon to scoop out the seeds and ribs. 

  3. 3

    In a medium bowl mix together the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, onion powder, salt and pepper. 

  4. 4

    Fill each jalapeno half with the cheese mixture.

  5. 5

    Cut the slices of bacon in half crosswise and wrap each pepper half in a slice of bacon, using a toothpick to secure the bacon.

  6. 6

    Arrange the peppers on the baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until bacon is crispy and browned. Serve immediately.