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Baked jalapeño poppers

Baked Jalapeño Poppers

5 from 5 votes
Jalapeño poppers stuffed with cheese and veggies, wrapped in bacon for bold flavor and an easy appetizer everyone will love.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes

Ingredients

  • 12-14 large jalapeños
  • 1/2 cup yellow onion, minced
  • 1/2 cup red bell pepper, minced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened 
  • 1/2 cup cotija cheese 
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese, grated
  • To taste kosher salt, (1/4 tsp)
  • To taste ground black pepper
  • 18-21 bacon slices
  • 28 toothpicks 

Instructions

  • Prep the jalapeños: Make a cut under the stem, and one above the tip of the pepper. Cut along the sides (lenghtwise) to create a window and remove it. Remove and discard the seeds, veins and membranes. Place the jalapeño back together, set aside and continue with the rest. 
  • Make the filling: In a large bowl mix the onion, bell pepper, garlic, the three cheeses, salt and pepper until well combined. Preheat the oven to 400 º F.
  • Assemble: line a sheet pan with aluminum foil and rack, set aside. Stuff each jalapeño with the filling. Close it and scrape off any filling oozing out. Wrap 1 1/2 slices of bacon around the jalapeño, from top to bottom. Secure each end of the bacon with a  toothpick. Place on the rack and continue making the rest.
  • Bake them in the center of the oven for about 30-35 minutes or until they are cooked through, the cheese has lightly browned and is gently bubbling. When ready, remove from the oven. Let them cool down for about 5 minutes. Remove and discard the toothpicks before serving. Enjoy!
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Jalapeno Poppers