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Best Crispy Smoky Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Popper Bites

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These crispy, smoky bacon wrapped jalapeno popper bites are the perfect party appetizer. With a creamy, cheesy filling and a crunchy bacon exterior, they’re easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

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  • 12 large jalapeno peppers
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 12 slices thin-cut bacon
  • 1/2 cup sour cream (for dipping sauce)
  • 2 tablespoons honey (for dipping sauce)
  • 1 teaspoon lime juice (for dipping sauce)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place a wire rack inside a rimmed baking sheet lined with foil.
  2. Cut each jalapeno in half lengthwise. Use a small spoon to scrape out the seeds and white membranes.
  3. In a small bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until evenly incorporated.
  4. Using a small spoon, generously fill each jalapeno half with the cheese mixture, level with the cut edge.
  5. Take one slice of thin-cut bacon and wrap it around each filled jalapeno half, starting at one end and spiraling around, overlapping slightly. Secure the end with a toothpick if needed.
  6. Place the assembled poppers in the fridge for 10 minutes to firm up the filling.
  7. Place the poppers on the wire rack, seam-side down. Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping them halfway through with tongs, until the bacon is deep golden brown and crispy and the filling is bubbly. Optionally, broil for the last 2-3 minutes for extra crispness.
  8. Let them cool on the rack for about 5 minutes before serving.
  9. For the dipping sauce: In a small bowl, mix together sour cream, honey, and lime juice. Serve alongside the poppers.

Notes

For less heat, remove all seeds and membranes. For more heat, leave some seeds in. Thin-cut bacon is essential for even cooking. Chilling the filled peppers before baking helps prevent filling from leaking. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 375°F for 5-7 minutes or in the air fryer at 350°F for 3-4 minutes.

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