Jalapeño Poppers Recipe
Make Jalapeño Poppers Recipe in just 40m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Ingredients for Jalapeño Poppers
Method
Preparation Steps
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2
Prepare the Jalapeños
Cut the jalapeño peppers in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and membranes to reduce the heat.
- 3
Make the Filling
In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- 4
Stuff the Jalapeños
Spoon the cheese mixture into each jalapeño half, filling them generously.
- 5
Prepare the Bacon
Cook the bacon slices in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Drain on paper towels and crumble into small pieces.
- 6
Top with Bacon and Paprika
Sprinkle the crumbled bacon on top of the stuffed jalapeños and dust with paprika for extra flavor.
- 7
Bake the Poppers
Place the stuffed jalapeños on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and the jalapeños are tender.
- 8
Serve
Remove from oven, let cool for a few minutes, and serve warm as an appetizer.