Bacon Wrapped Jalapeño Popper Halves

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Bacon Wrapped Jalapeño Popper Halves are an easy appetizer with two unexpected ingredients that take these to the next level! They are perfect for game day, potlucks and parties!

Bacon Wrapped Jalapeño Popper Halves on baking sheet after baking

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Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeño Popper Halves

I know. We’ve all seen bacon wrapped stuffed jalapeño peppers before. But trust me on a couple of things:

  1. They are not spicy.
  2. There are two super simple ‘secret’ ingredients that we used to take these over.the.top!
  3. You will never make your jalapeños any other way again. (Okay, that may be just me but they are SO good.)
Bacon Wrapped Jalapeño Popper Halves on serving platter

Look at those softened, roasted peppers filled to the brim with savory cream cheese. Wrapped with rendered, crispy bacon and sprinkled with a dusting of seasoning … these seriously changed my mind on eating jalapeno peppers! (And this coming from a girl who can only tolerate mild salsa. Ask my hot sauce loving husband.)

These Bacon Wrapped Jalapeño Popper Halves with cream cheese

Jalapeño Poppers with Bacon Ingredients

There are only 4 ingredients. But each one is pretty important.

  1. Fresh jalapeño peppers – try to get the largest peppers you can. That way there will be a balance of pepper to cream cheese.
  2. And not just any ol’ cream cheese. It has to be onion & chive flavored. (secret #1!)
  3. Bacon – Splurge on good bacon. Center cut is my favorite but if you can’t find it or want to save a little money, go ahead and rummage through to find a package that is more meaty and has less fat. (Is that an oxymoron?)
  4. And finally secret #2 … Lawry’s Seasoned Salt! <— That is an affiliate link – but I figured it may be easy enough to grab it on Amazon if you can’t find it in the grocery store 🙂 

Seriously … we put that Lawry’s Seasoned Salt on so much: eggs, roasted potatoes, burgers, steaks. A little goes a long way but it has a great all-around savory flavor that really amps up these peppers.

Tips for Making Bacon Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers

Now, I let the hubby do the dirty work of removing the seeds and veins from the jalapeño pepper halves. That is where the heat is, so by removing the ribs and seeds, you get the great flavor of jalapeños without searing your tonsils. If you are sensitive to spicy foods, you may want to wear gloves and definitely don’t touch your eyes or face.

How to Make Bacon Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers

Once you have the peppers halved and cleaned, fill them with the chive and onion cream cheese, wrap each half in bacon and sprinkle with the seasoned salt. (I added the seasoned salt after this pic … oops!)

Bacon Wrapped Jalapeño Popper Halves before baking

Then, let the oven do it’s thang …

Bacon Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers on baking sheet

If you can resist them for just a few minutes, it makes it a little easier to move them to a serving platter. And if you look closely, you may just see that only 23 peppers made it to the platter 😉

Bacon Wrapped Jalapeño Popper Halves collage

What are some of your favorite appetizers? I love a good crock pot meatball, any saucy Litl Smokies and a crispy bruschetta! And these Bacon Wrapped Jalapeño Popper Halves have just topped the list!

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Bacon Wrapped Jalapeño Popper Halves


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  • Author: Melissa Riker
  • Total Time: 42 minutes
  • Yield: 24 pepper halves 1x

Description

Bacon Wrapped Jalapeño Popper Halves are an easy appetizer with two unexpected ingredients that take these to the next level! They are perfect for game day, potlucks and parties!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 12 large jalapeño peppers
  • 8 oz. onion chive cream cheese
  • 12 strips center cut bacon
  • Lawry’s Seasoned Salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  2. Spray a large baking sheet with non-stick cooking spray.
  3. Cut peppers in half lengthwise and remove stems, ribs and seeds. (Take care to wear gloves and do not touch your face or eyes during pepper preparation.)
  4. Spread onion chive cream cheese inside the pepper halves.
  5. Cut bacon strips in half and wrap each pepper with 1/2 strip of bacon.
  6. Secure bacon with a toothpick if necessary.
  7. Sprinkle bacon wrapped peppers with Lawry’s Seasoned Salt.
  8. Bake for about 30 minutes or until the peppers are tender and bacon is cooked through and mostly crispy.
  9. Remove toothpicks from peppers.
  10. Set broiler to high and place pan under broiler for 1-2 minutes to crisp the bacon a little more.
  11. Allow to cool slightly and move to serving platter.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 32 minutes
  • Category: appetizer
  • Method: baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 popper
  • Calories: 105
  • Sugar: 2.3 g
  • Sodium: 123.8 mg
  • Fat: 9 g
  • Carbohydrates: 3.6 g
  • Protein: 2.8 g
  • Cholesterol: 18.8 mg

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6 Comments

  1. Oh my goodness, these look SO good! Definitely going to try these as a gameday snack this football season. I am not a fan of spicy food either but I love the flavor of jalapeno poppers and am bummed when they are too spicy for me. In any case, you had me at “bacon wrapped” 😉

  2. One of my favorites for sure!
    I have never had them with your two secrets.
    I’ll be giving it a try!
    Thanks
    Michelle

  3. Hi Keri, love this. Would you like to share this with the other participants in Food on Friday over at Carole’s Chatter? I have a weekly link up party – each week there is a different ingredient or theme. The current theme is Mexican Food. You can see upcoming themes in one of the pages at the top of my home page. If you would like to join in the fun please schedule a reminder for each week. The collection starts at 7am Friday New Zealand time – not sure what time that will be for you. Hope to see you soon. Cheers, Carole

  4. I recently had the pleasure of indulging in some absolutely divine Jalapeno Poppers at The Hook Seafood Lower Hutt, restaurants in and I couldn’t resist sharing my delight! These little bites of heaven were a symphony of flavors that left my taste buds dancing.

    The perfect combination of the crispy outer layer and the ooey-gooey cream cheese filling was truly a taste sensation. But what elevated the experience was the subtle heat from the jalapenos – not too overwhelming, but enough to add a tantalizing kick. It’s evident that the chef’s expertise played a crucial role in balancing these elements to perfection.

    What struck me most was the creativity and innovation that went into these Jalapeno Poppers. Instead of being a generic appetizer, they were a gourmet delight, showcasing the culinary prowess of the restaurant. It’s experiences like these that make dining in Lower Hutt’s restaurants an absolute joy.

    The restaurant’s commitment to quality ingredients and expert preparation was evident in every bite. The freshness of the jalapenos and the richness of the cream cheese spoke volumes about the attention to detail. This culinary gem in Lower Hutt has truly mastered the art of creating memorable dishes that leave a lasting impression.

    For anyone in or around Lower Hutt with a penchant for delightful appetizers and a desire to explore the culinary scene, I highly recommend trying the Jalapeno Poppers at one of the local restaurants. It’s a flavorful journey that perfectly encapsulates the essence of dining in Lower Hutt’s diverse and thriving food scene. Trust me; your taste buds will thank you! visit – https://thehook.co.nz/

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