Jalapeno Poppers Armadillo Eggs No Stuffing
Transform your appetizer game with these bold and flavorful 'Jalapeno Poppers Armadillo Eggs No Stuffing'! This easy recipe wraps spicy, seed-intact jalapeno peppers in a smoky, seasoned ground pork sausage mixture, eliminating the need for stuffing while keeping all the heat and flavor. With a crispy, golden-brown exterior and gooey cheddar cheese blended right into the sausage, each bite delivers a perfect balance of spice and savory satisfaction. The optional BBQ glaze adds a smoky-sweet finish, while a side of cream cheese makes the perfect cooling dip. Baked or grilled to perfection in just 25 minutes, these armadillo eggs are a guaranteed hit at any gathering, game day, or backyard barbecue.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 whole Jalapeno peppers
- 1 lb Ground pork sausage
- 0.5 cup Cream cheese (optional for dipping on side)
- 0.5 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tsp Onion powder
- 1 tsp Smoked paprika
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 0.25 cup Cooked bacon bits
- 0.25 cup BBQ sauce (optional for glazing)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) or heat your grill to medium heat if grilling.
Wash and dry the jalapenos. Remove the stems and cut a small slit down one side of each jalapeno. Do not hollow out the insides; leave the seeds and membranes intact for extra spice.
In a mixing bowl, combine the ground pork sausage, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and cooked bacon bits. Mix well until evenly combined.
Divide the sausage mixture into 6 equal portions (one for each jalapeno).
Wrap each jalapeno completely with one portion of the sausage mixture, ensuring it is fully coated into a smooth egg-shaped ball.
Place the wrapped jalapenos on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper if baking, or directly on the grill if grilling.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the sausage is browned and cooked through. If grilling, cook over indirect heat for the same amount of time, turning occasionally for even cooking.
Optional: During the last 5 minutes of cooking, brush lightly with BBQ sauce for a smoky-sweet glaze.
Serve hot with cream cheese or your favorite dipping sauce on the side. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2636 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 217.6 g | 279% | |
| Saturated Fat | 90.9 g | 454% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 565 mg | 188% | |
| Sodium | 7181 mg | 312% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 52.1 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.3 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.2 g | ||
| Protein | 131.2 g | 262% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 642 mg | 49% | |
| Iron | 8.5 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 815 mg | 17% | |
*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.
