Hot Mamas
Turn up the heat at your next gathering with "Hot Mamas," a mouthwatering appetizer blending bold flavors and irresistible textures. Fresh jalapeño peppers are halved and hollowed to create the perfect vessel for a creamy, cheesy filling made from cream cheese, shredded cheddar, and aromatic spices like garlic powder and smoked paprika. Each stuffed pepper is then wrapped in a savory slice of bacon, adding a smoky, crispy finish that pairs beautifully with the gooey, melted cheese. Baked to perfection in just 20 minutes, these spicy, crunchy crowd-pleasers are perfect for game day, parties, or any occasion that calls for bold bites. Serve these bacon-wrapped jalapeño poppers straight from the oven for maximum enjoyment—your taste buds will thank you! Keywords: bacon-wrapped jalapeños, jalapeño poppers, cheesy appetizers, spicy snacks, easy party food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 whole Fresh jalapeño peppers
- 8 oz Cream cheese
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp Smoked paprika
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 12 slices Bacon strips
- 12 Toothpicks
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a wire rack.
Wash the jalapeño peppers thoroughly. Slice each pepper in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and membranes to reduce the spice level.
In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir until the mixture is well blended.
Using a small spoon or piping bag, fill each jalapeño half with the cream cheese mixture. Be sure not to overfill to prevent spillage during baking.
Wrap each stuffed jalapeño half with a slice of bacon, securing it with a toothpick to hold the bacon in place.
Place the wrapped jalapeños on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are evenly spaced for proper cooking.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the cheese is bubbling.
Remove the tray from the oven and let the Hot Mamas cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy as a spicy appetizer or snack!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
304 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.1 g | 33% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.0 g | 70% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 80 mg | 27% | |
| Sodium | 681 mg | 30% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 4.9 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.9 g | ||
| Protein | 13.3 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 181 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 207 mg | 4% | |
*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.
