Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers

Whether you’re hosting game night, planning a backyard BBQ, or just craving something seriously snackable, these Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers are the ultimate crowd-pleaser. Creamy, smoky, and just the right amount of spicy, they’re the perfect bite-sized indulgence. Bonus: they’re easy to prep and even easier to devour.

Ingredients

• 4 oz (½ package) of cream cheese softened
• ¼ cup old cheddar cheese grated
• Crushed garlic or garlic salt
• 10 jalapeno peppers halved lengthwise, stems and seeds removed
• 5 slices bacon halved crosswise

Preparation

1. Preheat oven to 375°F and line a cookie sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil. If you want, you can place a rack on the cookie sheet so that the fat from the bacon drips down as it cooks.
2. In a small bowl, mix together cream cheese, cheddar cheese and garlic or garlic salt. Add other seasonings if desired.
3. Fill each jalapeno half with a generous amount of softened cream cheese.
4. Wrap a ½ slice of bacon around each jalapeno popper, keeping the ends crossed underneath.
5. Place on cookie sheet or rack.
6. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until bacon is done to your preference.