Description
Halloween jalapeño poppers are a spicy and festive appetizer perfect for your Halloween party. These cheesy, bacon-wrapped jalapeños are sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 jalapeño peppers, halved and seeded
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup cooked and crumbled bacon
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 6 slices bacon, halved
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, combine cream cheese, cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, and garlic powder.
- Fill each jalapeño half with the cheese mixture.
- Wrap each stuffed jalapeño with a half slice of bacon.
- Place the poppers on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For less heat, remove the jalapeño seeds and membranes thoroughly.
- You can substitute different cheeses, such as pepper jack or Monterey Jack.
- Add a sprinkle of paprika before baking for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 popper
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg