Grilled Jalapeno Poppers
Fire up the grill and get ready for a flavor-packed appetizer your guests won’t stop talking about—Grilled Jalapeño Poppers! These smoky, spicy, and irresistibly cheesy bites start with fresh jalapeños, halved and hollowed to make room for a luscious filling of cream cheese, sharp cheddar, and savory spices like garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika. Each stuffed pepper is lovingly wrapped in crispy bacon, lending a perfect salty crunch to every bite. Grilled to perfection over medium-high heat, these poppers boast a lightly charred, smoky flavor that elevates the whole dish. Perfect for backyard barbecues, game day gatherings, or casual snacking, this easy 20-minute recipe is a surefire crowd-pleaser. Plus, they’re as fun to make as they are to eat, with a toothpick-secured bacon wrap ensuring no cheesy goodness is lost to the grill. Serve them warm and watch them disappear!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 pieces jalapeno peppers
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper, ground
- 12 pieces bacon slices
- 24 pieces toothpicks
Instructions
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (about 375°F to 400°F).
Cut each jalapeno in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and membranes, being careful not to handle them too much to avoid irritation. Use gloves if necessary.
In a medium bowl, mix the cream cheese, grated cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Using a spoon, fill each jalapeno half with the cream cheese mixture, being sure the filling is level with the top of the jalapeno.
Wrap a slice of bacon around each filled jalapeno half tightly. Secure the bacon in place with a toothpick, inserting it through the jalapeno.
Place the prepared jalapeno poppers on the grill, cheese-side up, ensuring there is some space between each for even cooking.
Grill for about 10 minutes, then use tongs to carefully turn each jalapeno popper over and grill for an additional 10 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the jalapeno is slightly charred.
Remove the jalapeno poppers from the grill and let them cool slightly before removing the toothpicks.
Serve warm as an appetizer or snack and enjoy the kick of spice and creamy flavor!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1799 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 160.5 g | 206% | |
| Saturated Fat | 84.9 g | 424% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 457 mg | 152% | |
| Sodium | 4819 mg | 210% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35.2 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.1 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.9 g | ||
| Protein | 76.0 g | 152% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1084 mg | 83% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 1510 mg | 32% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
