Crispy Cream Cheese Stuffed Jalapeños Wrapped in Bacon
A quick and easy party appetizer featuring jalapeños stuffed with a creamy blend of cream cheese and cheddar, wrapped in crispy bacon for a smoky, spicy treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 24 stuffed jalapeño halves (about 12 servings) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 medium fresh jalapeños, washed and halved lengthwise
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 12 slices thin-cut bacon
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Optional: a few dashes of hot sauce or smoked paprika
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash and dry the jalapeños, then slice them in half lengthwise. Scoop out the seeds and membranes using a spoon (wear gloves to avoid spicy oils).
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth. Optionally add hot sauce for extra heat.
- Fill each jalapeño half generously with the cream cheese mixture using a spoon or melon baller, being careful not to overfill.
- Wrap each stuffed jalapeño half with one slice of bacon, securing the ends underneath if possible.
- Place the wrapped jalapeños seam side down on a parchment-lined or silicone baking mat-covered baking sheet, spacing them evenly.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until bacon is crispy and filling is bubbly. If bacon crisps too quickly, loosely cover with foil for the last 5 minutes.
- Let the jalapeños cool for 5 minutes on the baking sheet before serving. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
Remove most seeds to reduce heat but leave a few for mild kick. Use softened cream cheese for smooth filling. Thin-cut bacon crisps better than thick-cut. Do not overstuff to avoid filling oozing out. Use a wire rack for crispier bacon. Broil for 1-2 minutes at the end for extra crispiness but watch closely to avoid burning. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge up to 3 days; reheat in oven at 350°F for 8-10 minutes. Avoid microwaving to keep bacon crispy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 stuffed jalapeño h
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 350
- Fat: 9
- Saturated Fat: 3.5
- Carbohydrates: 2
- Fiber: 0.5
- Protein: 5
Keywords: jalapeños, cream cheese, bacon, appetizer, party food, spicy snack, easy recipe, game day, potluck