Savory Grilled Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers
Elevate your snacking game with these Savory Grilled Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers! Perfectly creamy and wonderfully smoky, these poppers are filled with a delicious blend of cream cheese and flavorful seasonings, then wrapped in crispy bacon for an irresistible treat. Ideal for parties, tailgating, or just a cozy night in, these poppers are sure to be a hit. Customize the heat level by adjusting the jalapeño preparation and embrace different cream cheese flavors for a unique twist each time you make them!
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Servings
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Calories
3
Ingredients
Ingredients
fresh jalapeño peppers
6 (halved lengthwise and seeded)
cream cheese
8 ounces (softened and mixed with desired seasonings)
bacon
12 slices (whole pieces for wrapping)
Instructions
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1. Begin by preheating your outdoor grill to high heat to achieve that perfect char on the bacon.
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2. Carefully halve the fresh jalapeño peppers lengthwise and remove all seeds and membranes for a milder flavor. For a spicy kick, keep some membranes and seeds intact.
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3. In a mixing bowl, prepare the cream cheese by choosing your desired seasoning—try ranch mix, chipotle seasoning, or a mix of Worcestershire sauce and garlic powder for an extra dimension of flavor.
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4. Generously fill each halved jalapeño with the seasoned cream cheese mixture.
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5. Take a full slice of bacon and snugly wrap it around each stuffed jalapeño. Secure the bacon in place with a toothpick to keep everything intact during grilling.
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6. For best results, freeze the wrapped jalapeños for about 15 minutes prior to grilling; this helps prevent the cheese from leaking out while cooking.
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7. Once ready, place the jalapeño poppers on the hot grill. Cook for approximately 10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the bacon is crispy and the cheese is bubbly and warm.
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8. Serve your savory poppers warm, and enjoy a delicious combination of crunchy bacon, creamy filling, and the perfect pepper bite!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Savory Grilled Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers?
They are a smoky and creamy appetizer consisting of jalapeño halves filled with seasoned cream cheese, wrapped in bacon, and grilled until crispy.
How many main ingredients are needed for this recipe?
This recipe requires 3 main ingredients: fresh jalapeño peppers, cream cheese, and bacon slices.
How should I prepare the jalapeño peppers?
Carefully halve the peppers lengthwise and remove the seeds and membranes to control the heat level.
How can I make the poppers less spicy?
To ensure a milder flavor, be sure to remove all seeds and internal membranes from the jalapeños before filling them.
How can I add more heat to the recipe?
If you prefer a spicy kick, leave some of the membranes and seeds intact when you halve the peppers.
What seasonings work best with the cream cheese filling?
You can use ranch mix, chipotle seasoning, or a combination of Worcestershire sauce and garlic powder for extra flavor.
How much cream cheese is used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 8 ounces of softened cream cheese.
How many jalapeños are used?
This specific recipe uses 6 fresh jalapeño peppers which results in 12 poppers once halved.
How much bacon is required?
You will need 12 slices of bacon to wrap each jalapeño half.
How do I keep the bacon in place during grilling?
Secure the bacon slice around the stuffed jalapeño using a toothpick.
What is the benefit of freezing the poppers before grilling?
Freezing them for 15 minutes helps prevent the cream cheese from leaking out while they cook on the hot grill.
How long should the poppers be frozen?
Freeze the assembled poppers for approximately 15 minutes prior to grilling.
What grill temperature is recommended?
Preheat your outdoor grill to high heat to achieve a perfect char on the bacon.
How long do the poppers take to cook on the grill?
They should cook for approximately 10 minutes total.
Do I need to turn the poppers while grilling?
Yes, flip the poppers halfway through the cooking process to ensure even crisping of the bacon.
How do I know when the poppers are finished?
The poppers are ready when the bacon is crispy and the cream cheese filling is bubbly and warm.
Are these poppers suitable for parties?
Yes, they are ideal for parties, tailgating events, or as a cozy snack at home.
Can I use different flavors of cream cheese?
Absolutely, you can embrace different pre-flavored cream cheeses for a unique twist each time.
How should the jalapeño poppers be served?
They are best served warm to enjoy the combination of crunchy bacon and creamy filling.
Is this recipe considered easy?
Yes, it is tagged as an easy recipe with only 8 simple instructions.
What is the texture of the finished dish?
The dish features a perfect pepper bite, creamy center, and crunchy, smoky bacon exterior.
Can I use garlic powder in the filling?
Yes, mixing garlic powder with the cream cheese is a recommended seasoning option.
What type of bacon should I use?
Standard slices of bacon work best for wrapping snugly around the pepper halves.
Does this recipe include nutritional information?
The current data does not provide specific calorie or fat counts for this recipe.
Can I prepare the filling in advance?
Yes, you can mix the cream cheese and seasonings ahead of time to streamline the assembly.
What makes these poppers savory?
The combination of smoky bacon, seasoned cream cheese, and the natural flavor of the grilled pepper creates a savory profile.
How many poppers does one batch make?
Based on 6 jalapeños halved, one batch makes 12 individual poppers.
Can I use chipotle seasoning?
Yes, chipotle seasoning is a great way to add a smoky, spicy depth to the cream cheese.
Is an outdoor grill required?
While the recipe specifies an outdoor grill for a smoky char, they can also be made in a high-heat environment.
What is the main flavor profile of this appetizer?
The main flavor profile is creamy, smoky, and customizable in terms of heat.