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Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers

Fresh jalapeño peppers stuffed with a seasoned cheese blend, wrapped in smoky bacon, and baked until the bacon is crispy and the cheese is bubbly.

45 min Medium Tex-Mex 5 servings
Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers

The story behind

This version is a sophisticated interpretation of the classic. The peppers are kept whole with their stems, secured with wooden toothpicks, and garnished with fresh chopped leaves. The bacon is perfectly caramelized, and a dusting of spices is visible on the cheese, offering a combination of salty, spicy, and smoky flavors.

Instructions

  1. 1
    Cut a longitudinal slit in each jalapeño and carefully remove seeds to keep the pepper whole.
  2. 2
    Mix the cream cheese with the shredded cheese and season with paprika.
  3. 3
    Stuff the peppers generously with the cheese blend.
  4. 4
    Wrap each pepper with a strip of bacon, securing it with a wooden toothpick.
  5. 5
    Sprinkle a bit more pepper or spices over the exposed cheese.
  6. 6
    Bake at 200°C (400°F) for 15-20 minutes or until the bacon is fully cooked and crispy.
  7. 7
    Remove from oven and garnish with fresh chopped herbs.

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