Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers
Fresh jalapeño peppers stuffed with a seasoned cheese blend, wrapped in smoky bacon, and baked until the bacon is crispy and the cheese is bubbly.
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45 min
Medium
Tex-Mex
5 servings
The story behind
This version is a sophisticated interpretation of the classic. The peppers are kept whole with their stems, secured with wooden toothpicks, and garnished with fresh chopped leaves. The bacon is perfectly caramelized, and a dusting of spices is visible on the cheese, offering a combination of salty, spicy, and smoky flavors.
Instructions
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1Cut a longitudinal slit in each jalapeño and carefully remove seeds to keep the pepper whole.
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2Mix the cream cheese with the shredded cheese and season with paprika.
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3Stuff the peppers generously with the cheese blend.
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4Wrap each pepper with a strip of bacon, securing it with a wooden toothpick.
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5Sprinkle a bit more pepper or spices over the exposed cheese.
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6Bake at 200°C (400°F) for 15-20 minutes or until the bacon is fully cooked and crispy.
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7Remove from oven and garnish with fresh chopped herbs.
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