35-Minute Christmas Cheesy Jalapeño Poppers: Irresistibly Spicy Bliss
Spicy and cheesy jalapeño poppers perfect for Christmas gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 24 poppers 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Lactose
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 fresh jalapeños: sliced in half and seeds removed
- 8 oz cream cheese: softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 6 slices
- Turkey Bacon: cooked and crumbled
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Mix cream cheese, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt in a bowl.
- Fill each jalapeño half with the cheese mixture.
- Sprinkle crumbled
- Turkey Bacon and breadcrumbs on top.
- Place the filled jalapeños on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until golden and bubbly.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Wear gloves when handling jalapeños to avoid skin irritation.
- For extra crispiness, broil for the last 2 minutes.
- Adjust spice level by removing more seeds.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 poppers
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg