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Cream Cheese Stuffed Jalapenos

Bacon-Wrapped Cream Cheese Stuffed Jalapenos Recipe

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 190
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 medium jalapenos
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 8 slices thin-cut bacon
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika (optional)

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with foil. Mix the cream cheese, cheddar, garlic powder, and smoked paprika until combined.
  2. Halve and seed the jalapenos. Fill each half with the cheese mixture, leveling it off.
  3. Cut bacon slices in half crosswise. Wrap one half-slice around each stuffed pepper, tucking ends underneath.
  4. Bake 22 to 25 minutes until bacon is crisp and peppers are softened.
  5. Cool 2 to 3 minutes, then serve warm with ranch or sour cream.

Notes

If you assemble them ahead and chill, add 2 to 3 minutes to the bake time. For the crispiest bacon on the bottom, use a wire rack set on the baking sheet. Wear gloves when handling jalapenos, and wash your hands right after.