Easy Homemade Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers

These homemade bacon wrapped jalapeno poppers, also known as jalapeno bites, are so yummy and perfect for a family gathering, game day party, or any occasion.

I will admit I am a bit of a wimp when it comes to spicy food, but these bacon wrapped jalapeno poppers aren’t vey spice at all. They still have a little bit of a kick to them, but not enough to make my forehead sweat like some foods, haha.

And they are stuffed with a cream cheese filling and wrapped in bacon, what is not to like? They are super easy to make and can be made in under an hour, if I can do it, you can do it it. Let’s get started!

Ingredients

11 Jalapenos 3 to 4 inches long
11 strips of bacon
8 oz cream cheese 225g
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese 100g
1/8 to 1/4 tsp of salt 1g
1/2 tsp. ground black pepper 2g
1/2 tsp. garlic powder 2g

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400 F/205 C, with the rack in the middle position. Wash and dry the jalapenos. Then cut them in half lengthwise and scrape and scoop out the seeds and white membrane/pith. Don't touch your face!

Add the softened room temperature cream cheese to a large bowl and then mix well. Next add the shredded cheddar cheese, salt, garlic powder, and ground black pepper and mix until combined.

If you forget to take the cream cheese out of the fridge, just soften it up in the microwave with the defrost mode, somewhere around 45 seconds seems to work well.

Now cut 11 strips of bacon in half. I like to use thin-cut bacon because it wraps easier. Scoop some cream cheese filling into the slice jalapeno and spread it out. Don't fill it up all the way to the top, unless you don't mind it bubbling over when it cooks. I don't mind when that happens. Wrap each one with a half slice of bacon. You can use toothpicks if you want to get the bacon to stay, or wrap it so the seam side is down. Place them on a sheet pan lined with parchment paper or a silicone mat.

Next, bake them in the oven for 18 to 25 minutes until the bacon is crispy and the cheese is melted. Remove them from the oven and allow them to cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!