Jalapeño Poppers- Easy Finger Foods for Party
Crispy bacon-wrapped jalapeño halves stuffed with creamy cheddar–cream cheese filling, baked until golden and bubbly. The ultimate spicy, cheesy, crowd-devouring party bite that disappears in seconds.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
These Jalapeño Poppers are pure party legend: spicy jalapeños tamed by cool, melty cheese, wrapped in crispy bacon for the perfect bite of heat, creaminess, and crunch. They’re make-ahead friendly, naturally low-carb, and the single most requested appetizer at every game day, backyard BBQ, or holiday gathering. One pan, 30 minutes, and you’ll be crowned the snack champion—make a double batch because these disappear faster than you can say “who wants another popper?!”
Recipe Tips and Tricks
- Wear gloves when handling jalapeños—spicy fingers are real!
- Roast or broil jalapeños first 5 min to mellow heat (optional).
- Use thick-cut bacon—stretches better and crisps perfectly.
- Cut bacon strips in half—easier wrapping.
- Secure with toothpicks soaked in water—prevents burning.
- Bake on a wire rack over sheet pan—crispy bacon all around.
- Broil last 2 minutes—extra golden crunch.
Jalapeño Poppers- Easy Finger Foods for Party
Bacon-wrapped jalapeño poppers with creamy cheddar filling—addictive party perfection!
Ingredients
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 ½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 12 large Jalapeños, halved and seeded
- 12 slices thick-cut bacon, cut in half
- 3 green onions, finely chopped
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- Toothpicks (soaked 10 min)
Instructions
- Prep jalapeños: Slice in half lengthwise, scrape out seeds and membranes—gloves on!
- Mix filling: Beat cream cheese, cheddar, green onions, garlic powder, salt, and pepper—gooey heaven!
- Stuff generously: Spoon or pipe filling into each half—mound it high!
- Wrap in bacon: Take a half-slice of bacon, wrap snugly around each popper.
- Secure it: Insert soaked toothpick to hold bacon in place.
- Rack it: Place on wire rack over baking sheet—crispy bacon guaranteed.
- Bake golden: 400°F for 20–25 minutes until bacon is crisp.
- Broil for glory: Last 2 minutes under broiler—watch them turn irresistible!
- Rest 5 min: Let cool slightly—filling sets and easier to eat.
- Serve hot: Remove toothpicks (or warn guests), watch them vanish!
Notes
- Thick-cut bacon is key—regular bacon overcooks before cheese melts.
- Make filling a day ahead—flavors get even better.
- Leftovers? Chop and add to scrambled eggs or mac & cheese.
Nutrition Information
Yield
12Serving Size
1Amount Per Serving Calories 113Total Fat 8gSaturated Fat 4gUnsaturated Fat 4gCholesterol 24mgSodium 281mgCarbohydrates 4gFiber 1gSugar 2gProtein 6g
Ingredients Notes
- Jalapeños: Fresh, firm, medium-large for easy stuffing.
- Cream cheese: Full-fat = creamiest filling.
- Sharp cheddar: Melts beautifully and adds punch.
- Bacon: Thick-cut for best texture and flavor.
- Green onions & garlic powder: Fresh + depth.
Variations and Substitutions
- Breaded version: Coat in panko + egg wash, bake or fry
- No-bacon: Wrap in prosciutto or skip wrap
- Ranch poppers: Add ranch seasoning to filling
- Sausage-stuffed: Mix in cooked breakfast sausage
- Vegetarian: Skip bacon, add smoked paprika
- Air fryer: 375°F for 10–12 min
- Mini sweet pepper poppers for zero heat
- Blue cheese + buffalo sauce filling
Storage Options
- Assemble unbaked up to 24 hours ahead
- Refrigerate cooked poppers 3–4 days
- Reheat 375°F oven 8–10 min (never microwave—soggy!)
- Freeze unbaked up to 3 months—bake from frozen + 5 min
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