Bacon Wrapped Jalapeños Recipe
Spicy jalapeños stuffed with cream cheese and wrapped in bacon.
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Ingredients
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Ingredients
Method
Directions
- 1
Prepare the Jalapeños
Begin by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C). While the oven is heating, wash the jalapeños under cold water. Carefully slice each jalapeño in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and membranes (use gloves if desired to avoid irritation).
- 2
Make the Filling
In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, garlic powder, cheddar cheese, and black pepper. Mix until well combined and smooth.
- 3
Stuff the Jalapeños
Using a spoon or a piping bag, fill each jalapeño half with the cream cheese mixture until it is heaping full.
- 4
Wrap with Bacon
Take a slice of bacon and wrap it around each stuffed jalapeño half, ensuring the filling is completely covered. You can secure the bacon with a toothpick if necessary.
- 5
Prepare for Baking
Place the wrapped jalapeños on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Drizzle olive oil over the top of the jalapeños and sprinkle paprika for added flavor.
- 6
Bake
Transfer the baking sheet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the jalapeños are tender.
- 7
Serve
Once cooked, remove the jalapeños from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your spicy, cheesy, and savory bacon-wrapped jalapeños!