Spicy Lil Smokie Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers
Ignite your taste buds with these Spicy Lil Smokie Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers—an irresistible blend of heat, creaminess, and smoky bacon. Perfect for game days, parties, or anytime you’re craving bold flavors, this recipe features fresh jalapenos stuffed with a rich, cheesy filling made from cream cheese, shredded cheddar, and savory spices like garlic powder and black pepper. Each jalapeno is topped with a juicy Lil Smokie sausage, wrapped in crispy bacon, and baked until golden perfection. For an extra kick, brush with BBQ sauce before cooking! Ready in just 40 minutes, these bite-sized appetizers are the ultimate combination of spicy, smoky, and creamy goodness.
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Ingredients
- 12 whole Jalapenos
- 8 oz Cream cheese
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 12 pieces Lil Smokie sausages
- 12 pieces Bacon slices
- 12 units Toothpicks
- 0.25 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 0.25 cup BBQ sauce (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
Step 2
Slice each jalapeno lengthwise, remove the seeds and membranes to create hollow halves. Be careful while handling the jalapenos — wear gloves if necessary to avoid irritation.
Step 3
In a small bowl, mix the cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Step 4
Fill each jalapeno half with the cream cheese mixture, smoothing the top so it’s level.
Step 5
Place one Lil Smokie sausage on top of the cream cheese filling in each jalapeno half.
Step 6
Wrap each jalapeno half with one slice of bacon, making sure it encases the sausage and cream cheese filling snugly. Secure the bacon with a toothpick to prevent it from unraveling while cooking.
Step 7
Place the bacon-wrapped jalapeno poppers on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them out to prevent overcrowding.
Step 8
Optional: For extra flavor, brush the bacon with a thin layer of BBQ sauce before baking.
Step 9
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the jalapenos are tender.
Step 10
Remove from the oven and let the poppers cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (853.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2378.7 |
| Total Fat 202.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 103.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.6g | |
| Cholesterol 578.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 7795.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 58.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 39.3g | |
| Protein 88.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1119.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1490.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories