Texas Lizard Eggs
Get ready to spice up your appetizer game with Texas Lizard Eggs, a bold and mouthwatering dish that’s sure to impress! These irresistible jalapeño poppers feature fresh jalapeño peppers stuffed to the brim with a creamy, savory blend of cream cheese, shredded cheddar, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and seasonings. Wrapped in a decadent layer of bacon and baked to crispy perfection, each bite packs a delightful combination of smoky, cheesy, and spicy flavors. Perfect for game day, backyard BBQs, or casual gatherings, this easy-to-make recipe delivers maximum flavor with minimal effort. Serve these crowd-pleasers warm and watch them disappear in minutes! Keywords: Texas Lizard Eggs recipe, bacon-wrapped jalapeño poppers, cheesy appetizers, spicy snacks, party food ideas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 pieces Fresh jalapeño peppers
- 8 ounces Cream cheese
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 12 pieces Bacon slices
- 12 pieces Toothpicks
- 1 spray Non-stick cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and lightly spray it with non-stick cooking spray.
Cut each jalapeño in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and membranes using a small spoon. Wear gloves to avoid irritation from the pepper oils.
In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well blended.
Fill each jalapeño half with the cheese mixture, making sure to fill them generously but not overflowing.
Wrap each filled jalapeño half with a slice of bacon, starting at one end and spiraling it around until fully covered. Secure the bacon in place with a toothpick.
Place the bacon-wrapped jalapeños on the prepared baking sheet, spaced evenly apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the cheese filling is bubbly.
Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve warm and enjoy your Texas Lizard Eggs as a delicious appetizer or snack!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
304 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.0 g | 33% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.0 g | 70% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 80 mg | 27% | |
| Sodium | 600 mg | 26% | |
| 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.
