Spicy Cheese Stuffed Jalapeños
Spicy Cheese Stuffed Jalapeños
Ingredients
For the Stuffed Jalapeños
- 12 jalapeños, medium-sized, halved lengthwise, seeds and membranes removed
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 4 strips bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 375
- 2
Carefully halve each jalapeño lengthwise. Using a spoon, remove the seeds and white membranes. For less heat, ensure all membranes are removed. Place the hollowed jalapeño halves cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet.
⏱️ 5 min
- 3
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, shredded Monterey Jack cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. If using, fold in the crumbled bacon.
⏱️ 5 min
- 4
Using a small spoon or a butter knife, generously fill each jalapeño half with the cheese mixture. Ensure the filling is mounded slightly.
⏱️ 5 min
- 5
Bake the stuffed jalapeños in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the cheese filling is bubbly and lightly golden, and the jalapeños are tender.
⏱️ 25 min•🌡️ 375
- 6
Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving. They are best served warm.
⏱️ 5 min
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Spicy Cheese Stuffed Jalapeños
Ingredients
For the Stuffed Jalapeños
- 12 jalapeños, medium-sized, halved lengthwise, seeds and membranes removed
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 4 strips bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 375 - 2
Carefully halve each jalapeño lengthwise. Using a spoon, remove the seeds and white membranes. For less heat, ensure all membranes are removed. Place the hollowed jalapeño halves cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet.
⏱️ 5 min - 3
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, shredded Monterey Jack cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. If using, fold in the crumbled bacon.
⏱️ 5 min - 4
Using a small spoon or a butter knife, generously fill each jalapeño half with the cheese mixture. Ensure the filling is mounded slightly.
⏱️ 5 min - 5
Bake the stuffed jalapeños in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the cheese filling is bubbly and lightly golden, and the jalapeños are tender.
⏱️ 25 min•🌡️ 375 - 6
Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving. They are best served warm.
⏱️ 5 min