Smoky Jalapeno Bites

Turn up the heat at your next gathering with these irresistibly Smoky Jalapeno Bites! Perfect for parties, game days, or anytime you're craving bold flavors, this easy appetizer recipe combines spicy jalapeno peppers stuffed with a rich, creamy filling made from cream cheese, sharp cheddar, and a hint of garlic and smoked paprika. Each pepper is wrapped in crispy, golden bacon for a smoky finish that complements the kick of the jalapeno. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a quick bake in the oven, these bite-sized treats are not only delicious but also incredibly simple to make. Serve them warm with your favorite dipping sauce, like ranch, for the ultimate crowd-pleaser that will have everyone reaching for seconds. Perfect for keywords like "jalapeno appetizer recipes," "easy stuffed jalapenos," and "bacon-wrapped appetizers."

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:18 mins

Total Time:38 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 12 pieces Jalapeno peppers
• 8 ounces Cream cheese
• 1 cup Cheddar cheese
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 2 stalks Green onions
• 12 pieces Bacon strips
• 12 pieces Toothpicks
• 1 teaspoon Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Wash the jalapeno peppers and carefully cut them in half lengthwise. Use a spoon to scoop out the seeds and membranes to create hollow halves. Set them aside.

Step 3

In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, smoked paprika, finely chopped green onions, salt, and black pepper. Mix until evenly combined.

Step 4

Using a small spoon, fill each jalapeno half with the cheese mixture, pressing it in gently and slightly mounding it on top.

Step 5

Wrap each stuffed jalapeno half with a strip of bacon, securing the bacon in place with a toothpick. Be sure the ends of the bacon overlap slightly for the best hold.

Step 6

Lightly brush the outside of the wrapped jalapenos with olive oil to help the bacon crisp up during baking.

Step 7

Arrange the jalapenos on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are spaced apart to allow even cooking.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and golden brown.

Step 9

Remove the jalapeno bites from the oven and allow them to cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 10

Serve warm, optionally with a side of ranch dressing or your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(681.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1984.8

Total Fat 166.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 80.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.7g
Cholesterol 428.5mg	0%
Sodium 4491.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 45.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.7g	0%
Total Sugars 16.7g
Protein 75.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 769.1mg	0%
Iron 4.0mg	0%
Potassium 1812.0mg	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: 75.5%

Protein: 15.2%

Carbs: 9.2%