These bacon-wrapped jalapeno poppers are stuffed with cream cheese, cheddar cheese, bacon, and onions, then wrapped with bacon and baked to crispy perfection.
I love jalapeno poppers. They’re a classic appetizer for game days, backyard parties, and even afternoon snacking when you have leftovers. Guess what else I love. Bacon! I combined those two loves into one dish with this one. It takes classic poppers and wraps them in bacon for even more delicious flavor, and as we all know, bacon makes everything better! I serve these all the time for any occasion that I can think of, and once you try them, you will, too.
Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers
These delicious poppers start with hollowed-out jalapenos that I fill with a delicious cream cheese, cheddar cheese, and crumbled bacon mixture. Then, I wrap the poppers in more bacon until they’re covered, and I bake them until the bacon is crispy and the filling is nice and hot. When it’s all done, I have jalapeno poppers that are impossible to stop eating. And because they’re baked and not fried, I don’t have to contend with messy cleanup!
Why You’ll Love This Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Popper Recipe
- They are easy to make and only require a few simple ingredients and steps to make.
- They’re absolutely delicious, and the jalapenos are stuffed with a creamy cheese mixture, wrapped in bacon, and oven baked until the bacon is super crispy.
- The combination of crispy bacon and stuffed jalapenos is simply irresistible.
- They are the perfect party appetizer and will be a hit with all your guests.
Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Popper Ingredients
You’ll only need a handful of simple ingredients to make these poppers. You’ll find them all in your kitchen or at your local grocery store.
- Jalapeño peppers,
- Bacon
- Cream cheese
- Sharp shredded cheese
- Sliced green onions
How to Make Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers
Making these poppers is incredibly easy. You just do a little mixing, a little wrapping, and a little baking. That’s it!
Step 1: Prep
Preheat the oven to 325 degrees and line a baking sheet with foil. Then, place a wire rack on top of the baking sheet. Set aside.
Step 2: Make the Filling
Mix the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, and green onions together in a medium bowl.
Step 3: Stuff the Peppers
Place 1 or 2 tablespoons of the cream cheese mixture into the hallowed-out jalapenos.
Step 4: Wrap
Wrap a slice of bacon lengthwise around the jalapenos to hold in the cream cheese mixture. Then, wrap 2 more slices of bacon around the jalapenos to cover them completely. Use toothpicks to hold the bacon in place.
Step 5: Bake
Place the poppers on the rack and bake for 35 minutes. Then, flip the jalapenos with tongs and bake for another 35 minutes until the bacon is crispy. Brush BBQ sauce on the poppers, if desired, and bake for another 10 minutes. Enjoy!
Recipe Tips
- Wear gloves and wash your hands after handling hot peppers and never touch your face.
- For the easiest mixing, soften your cream cheese first.
Variations
- You can use chives in place of green onions.
- Use your favorite variety of bacon for this recipe.
- For an extra zippy flavor, add ranch dressing mix to the cream cheese mixture, or you can add a little garlic powder for a hint of garlic in the cream cheese.
What to Serve with Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers
These poppers are perfect when served alongside your other favorite appetizers. Their flavor complements just about all of your favorite finger foods. They’re delicious when served with your favorite dipping sauce, as well.
Recipe FAQ
Whether baking or frying, jalapeno poppers should be flipped to ensure that both sides are cooked evenly.
Jalapeno poppers taste delicious with a variety of dips. Try:
Ranch dressing
Chipotle mayo
Sriracha mayo
Aioli
BBQ sauce
Dill sauce
Jalapeno poppers freeze well and will last for up to a month in the freezer.
You can store jalapeno poppers for up to 3 days in the refrigerator.
How to Store and Reheat Leftover Jalapeno Poppers
Refrigerate these poppers for up to 3 days in an airtight container. For longer storage, you can freeze them for up to a month in an airtight, freezer-safe container.
To reheat the poppers, bake them for 15 minutes at 350 on a baking sheet until heated through.
Try This Delicious Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno popper Recipe Today
These bacon wrapped jalapeno poppers are spicy, cheesy, and slathered in BBQ sauce. They’re a delicious appetizer or snack perfect for parties, potlucks, and gameday get-togethers. They’re also easy to make, which is a huge bonus. Give this recipe a try, and I know it will be a go-to whenever you need a delicious appetizer recipe.
More Delicious Jalapeño Recipes You’ll Enjoy
Here are some bite-size Stuffed Jalapeno Poppers that are super delicious and easy to make as well.
Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers (Oven Baked)
Ingredients
- 8 jalapenos stem and seeds removed
- (2) 12 ounce bacon, divided
Cream Cheese Filling
- 8 ounce cream cheese
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 6 strips bacon, cooked until crispy, crumbled
- ⅓ cup sliced green onions
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Place a wire rack on top of the baking sheet and spray with non-stick cooking spray. Set aside.
- In a medium bowl, mix cream cheese, cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, and green onions together until combined.
- Place a tablespoon or two of the cream cheese mixture into the hulled out jalapeno.
- Take one slice of bacon and wrap around the jalapeno lengthwise (to hold in the cheese mixture).
- Then wrap two more slices of bacon around the jalapeno to cover it completely. Use toothpicks to hold the bacon in place.
- Repeat with the remaining jalapenos.
- Place the bacon wrapped jalapenos on the prepared baking sheet and wire rack.
- Cook for 35 minutes then flip the jalapenos over with tongs and cook for another 35 minutes or until the bacon is crispy. Ovens vary so time might need to be adjusted.
- Brush barbecue sauce over the jalapenos, if desired, and cook for another 10 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and serve with your favorite side dishes.
Notes
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Hi Miska, thank you for the 5-star rating! I hope you enjoy these poppers. :)