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Jalapeño Poppers

Jalapeño Poppers

Crispy, creamy, spicy, and absolutely addictive—jalapeño poppers are the ultimate finger food. Baked (not fried!) and stuffed with a dreamy combo of cream cheese, cheddar, and crispy bacon, these bite-sized snacks are everything you want on a game day platter… or a random Tuesday when you just need something delicious.
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Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 10 large jalapeños halved and deseeded
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1½ cups sharp cheddar cheese grated
  • 6 slices bacon cooked crispy
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 3 tbsp chives chopped (plus 1 tbsp for garnish)
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • Optional Toppings:
  • Crumbled bacon from 2 extra slices
  • Sour cream or ranch for dipping
  • Hot honey drizzle

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Cook bacon until crispy (15–18 mins); crumble 4 slices for filling, reserve 2 for garnish.
  3. Prepare jalapeños: Slice in half lengthwise and scoop out seeds/membranes.
  4. Mix filling: Combine softened cream cheese, cheddar, crumbled bacon, garlic, chives, salt & pepper.
  5. Stuff jalapeños with the cheese mixture (don’t overfill).
  6. Bake 15–20 minutes until golden and bubbly.
  7. Garnish with crumbled bacon and extra chives. Serve warm!
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