Jalapeno Boats

Turn up the heat at your next gathering with these irresistible Jalapeño Boats! Perfectly roasted jalapeño peppers are halved and filled with a creamy, cheesy mixture featuring tangy cream cheese, bold shredded cheddar, and crispy crumbled bacon. A hint of garlic and onion powders adds a savory depth, while optional fresh parsley brings a pop of color and freshness. Baked until golden and bubbly, these bite-sized delights strike the perfect balance between spicy, creamy, and smoky. Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy appetizer is sure to be a crowd-pleaser at game nights, parties, or any time you're craving a zesty snack. Serve these flavor-packed jalapeño poppers warm and watch them disappear in no time!

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 12 whole Jalapeno peppers
• 8 ounces Cream cheese
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 4 slices Cooked bacon, crumbled
• 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Onion powder
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Using gloves, cut each jalapeno in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and membranes. Set aside.

Step 3

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.

Step 4

Using a small spoon, fill each jalapeno half with the cheese mixture, leveling the filling slightly above the edges of the pepper.

Step 5

Place the filled jalapeno halves on the prepared baking sheet, spaced slightly apart.

Step 6

Bake the jalapeno boats in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the tops are golden and bubbly.

Step 7

Remove from the oven and let them cool for 5 minutes.

Step 8

Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve warm. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(542.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1464.8

Total Fat 128.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 74.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 386.1mg	0%
Sodium 2684.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 31.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.3g	0%
Total Sugars 15.8g
Protein 55.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1078.8mg	0%
Iron 2.2mg	0%
Potassium 995.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 76.9%

Protein: 14.7%

Carbs: 8.4%