Description
Seared bacon enhances wraps of creamy cheese destined for bite‑size heat that satisfies. Ideal for parties or chilly evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 fresh jalapeño peppers
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded pepper jack
- 12 slices bacon
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon roasted garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F and line baking sheet.
- Remove stems, slice halves lengthwise, and gently scrape seeds.
- Whisk cream cheese, cheddar, pepper jack, garlic powder, black pepper, salt until smooth.
- Fill peppers with mixture.
- Wrap bacon, secure with toothpick.
- Arrange on sheet, bake 20 minutes or until bacon golden.
- Let cool, sprinkle cilantro, squeeze lime, serve.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American