Description
Bacon-wrapped Jalapeño Cheddar Bites are a deliciously spicy and savory appetizer, perfect for parties or game day. These bites combine creamy cheddar cheese and spicy jalapeños, all wrapped in crispy bacon for an irresistible treat.
Ingredients
12 jalapeños, halved and seeded
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
12 slices of bacon, cut in half
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
2. In a bowl, mix the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
3. Stuff each jalapeño half with the cheese mixture.
4. Wrap each stuffed jalapeño with a half slice of bacon and secure with a toothpick.
5. Place the bacon-wrapped jalapeños on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the cheese is bubbly.
Notes
For extra flavor, you can add chopped green onions or spices to the cheese mixture. Serve with ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Satisfying Snacks & Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pieces
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg