Texas Twinkies
These savory jalapeño poppers wrapped in bacon are the ultimate appetizer for any game day or gathering. They're smoky, spicy, and incredibly delicious!
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 12 large jalapeños seeded and membranes removed
- 1 package cream cheese softened
- 0.25 cup cheddar cheese shredded
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 24 strips bacon
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
- In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Carefully stuff each jalapeño half with the cream cheese mixture. Don't overfill them.
- Wrap each stuffed jalapeño half with two strips of bacon, crisscrossing them to secure.
- Place the wrapped jalapeños on the prepared baking sheet, seam-side down if possible.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the jalapeños are tender. You can broil for the last few minutes for extra crispiness, but watch them closely to prevent burning.
- Let them cool slightly before serving.
Notes
For a milder flavor, remove all seeds and membranes from the jalapeños. For an extra kick, leave some seeds in.
Nutrition
Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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