Bacon-wrapped jalapeño poppers
Bacon-wrapped jalapeño poppers
Ingredients
- 4 Jalapeño peppers, large
- 4 ounces Cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/4 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1/8 teaspoon Salt
- 1/8 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
- 4 Bacon, thin-cut slices
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your grill to high heat, aiming for a temperature of 400°F to 450°F. Ensure the grill grates are clean.
⏱️ 2 min•🌡️ 425°F - 2
Carefully slice each jalapeño pepper in half lengthwise. Using a small spoon, scoop out the seeds and white membranes. For less heat, remove all membranes; for more heat, leave some.
⏱️ 2 min - 3
In a small bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
⏱️ 1 min - 4
Evenly fill each jalapeño half with the cheese mixture. Cut each bacon slice in half crosswise. Wrap one half-slice of bacon around each stuffed jalapeño half, securing it with a toothpick if necessary.
⏱️ 2 min - 5
Place the bacon-wrapped jalapeño poppers directly on the hot grill grates. Grill for 6 to 8 minutes, turning frequently with tongs, until the bacon is crispy and the cheese filling is bubbly and lightly browned. Watch carefully to prevent burning.
⏱️ 8 min•🌡️ 425°F - 6
Remove the poppers from the grill and let them cool for a minute or two before serving. Remember to remove any toothpicks before eating.
⏱️ 1 min
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Bacon-wrapped jalapeño poppers
Ingredients
- 4 Jalapeño peppers, large
- 4 ounces Cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/4 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1/8 teaspoon Salt
- 1/8 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
- 4 Bacon, thin-cut slices
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your grill to high heat, aiming for a temperature of 400°F to 450°F. Ensure the grill grates are clean.
⏱️ 2 min•🌡️ 425°F - 2
Carefully slice each jalapeño pepper in half lengthwise. Using a small spoon, scoop out the seeds and white membranes. For less heat, remove all membranes; for more heat, leave some.
⏱️ 2 min - 3
In a small bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
⏱️ 1 min - 4
Evenly fill each jalapeño half with the cheese mixture. Cut each bacon slice in half crosswise. Wrap one half-slice of bacon around each stuffed jalapeño half, securing it with a toothpick if necessary.
⏱️ 2 min - 5
Place the bacon-wrapped jalapeño poppers directly on the hot grill grates. Grill for 6 to 8 minutes, turning frequently with tongs, until the bacon is crispy and the cheese filling is bubbly and lightly browned. Watch carefully to prevent burning.
⏱️ 8 min•🌡️ 425°F - 6
Remove the poppers from the grill and let them cool for a minute or two before serving. Remember to remove any toothpicks before eating.
⏱️ 1 min