Bacon Wrapped Cheese Jalapenos are the perfect appetizer for your next party! You're going to love the cream cheese filling, not to mention the bacon wrapped around each jalapeno.
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Bacon-Wrapped Cheese Jalapeños are guaranteed to be a hit at your next get-together! A few days before our daughter’s wedding, I asked her to grab one jalapeño for my salsa. She came home with a whole bag—12 in total! She told me not to worry, I’d find a use for them.
Well, she was right. I used the extras to make this irresistible appetizer—and let’s be honest, anything wrapped in bacon is always a win!
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Why my Family LOVED this Easy Appetizer:
Crowd-Pleaser: These appetizers are always the first to disappear at gatherings, making them a reliable hit for parties, game days, and family events.
Easy to Prepare: With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, this recipe is accessible even for beginner cooks.
Make-Ahead Friendly: You can prepare them in advance and bake them just before serving, which is perfect for entertaining.
Customizable Heat Level: By adjusting the amount of seeds and membranes removed, you can control the spiciness to suit everyone's taste.
Main Ingredients Needed
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- 12 jalapeno peppers
- 8 ounces cream cheese; room temperature
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 clove garlic
- 12 slices bacon; each slice cut in half
- salt and pepper
Step-by-Step Instructions
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Step 1: Preheat your oven to 425°F. Line a baking tray with parchment paper or aluminum foil, and spray it with non-stick cooking spray. Slice the jalapeño peppers in half lengthwise. Remove the seeds and membranes, then set aside.
Step 2: In a stand mixer or food processor, blend the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth. Use a small spoon to fill each jalapeño half with the cheese mixture.
Step 3: Wrap each stuffed jalapeño with half a slice of bacon and secure it with a toothpick through the center.
Baking Instructions
Step 4: Place the wrapped jalapeños on the prepared baking tray. Bake in a preheated 425 degree oven for 15 minutes or until the bacon is crispy and the cheese is melted.
Before You Begin!
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My Go-To Tips for Working with Jalapeños:
- Make sure you wear plastic gloves. It helps to keep the juices from the pepper running down your fingers.
- After slicing the peppers in half, you can lay them upside down on a clean paper towel to continue letting the juices run out.
- Wash your hands immediately after touching the seeds and the membranes.
- Be careful! You do not want to accidentally touch your eyes or any open cut on your hands with pepper juice.
How to Store, Freeze and Reheat
Refrigerate: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or air fryer to keep the bacon crispy.
Freezer: Place cooked and cooled jalapeños on a baking sheet and freeze until solid. Transfer to a freezer-safe container or zip-top bag with parchment paper between layers. Freeze for up to 2 months.
Thaw and Reheat: Thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Reheat in a 375°F oven or air fryer for 8–10 minutes, or until heated through and bacon is crispy.
More Easy Appetizer Recipes:
- Homemade Queso Cheese Dip - no fake cheese!
- Mini Spinach and Bacon Quiche - this recipe freezes well so you can make them ahead of time.
- Or you might enjoy these Meatball Sliders!
📖 Recipe Card
Bacon Wrapped Cheese Jalapenos
Ingredients
Method
- Cut the jalapeno peppers in half lengthwise.
- Remove the seeds and membrane. Set aside.
- In a stand mixer or food processor, combine the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, garlic, salt and pepper until smooth.
- Spoon the filling into each pepper half.
- Wrap each stuffed jalapeno with a half of slice of bacon.
- Secure with a toothpick through the center to make sure the bacon stays in place.
- Place the jalapenos on a baking tray that has been lined with parchment paper or aluminum foil sprayed with non-stick cooking spray.
- Bake in a preheated 425 degree oven for 15 minutes or until the bacon is crispy and the cheese is melted.
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Emily @ The Benson Street says
Bacon is always a great addition! Thank you for sharing at the Monday Funday Party. - Emily
Amanda Kolb says
These look SO amazing. I might just have to make them for an upcoming party! Thank you for sharing at Merry Monday.
Ashleigh Molina says
These look tasty!
Katie Drane says
Oh. My. Goodness. This looks delicious!!! Definitely trying this recipe. I'm so glad I found you on Link Party Palooza...following you:-)
Katie@FunHomeThings
Nicole Simmons says
We use this exact recipe (minus the garlic) at pretty much every family get together we have! We LOVE it! We'll have to add the clove of garlic next time because that sounds awesome. Thank you for visiting us at the #HomeMattersParty and sharing this awesome recipe!
Lady Jane says
What Catherine said, lol... I am coping this recipe.... Thank you....
Catherine says
Dear Lois, My son would love these!!
Blessings dear. Catherine xo