Texas Woodpecker Eggs
Get ready to spice up your appetizer game with Texas Woodpecker Eggs, a bold and flavor-packed treat that brings a Tex-Mex twist to your table! This irresistible recipe features fresh jalapeños halved and stuffed with a creamy blend of softened cream cheese, sharp cheddar, and smoky spices like paprika, garlic, and onion powder. Each stuffed pepper is then wrapped in crispy bacon and baked to golden perfection, creating a mouthwatering combination of heat, gooey cheesiness, and savory crunch. Whether you're hosting a game day party, a backyard BBQ, or simply craving a zesty bite, these bacon-wrapped jalapeño poppers are guaranteed to impress. With just 20 minutes of prep time and easy-to-follow steps, Texas Woodpecker Eggs are the ultimate snack for sharing—or not! Serve them warm and watch as they disappear in seconds. Perfect for lovers of spicy appetizers, cheesy indulgence, and irresistible finger foods.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 whole jalapeño peppers
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 12 bacon slices
- 24 toothpicks
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Slice each jalapeño in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and membranes using a small spoon or paring knife (wear gloves to avoid skin irritation).
In a medium bowl, mix the cream cheese, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
Fill each jalapeño half with the cheese mixture, leveling it at the top.
Wrap each stuffed jalapeño half with a slice of bacon, starting at one end and overlapping slightly to fully cover the pepper. Secure the bacon in place with a toothpick if needed.
Place the wrapped jalapeños on the prepared baking sheet, seam side down.
Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the bacon is crispy and the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Remove from the oven and let the jalapeños cool for a few minutes before serving.
Serve warm and enjoy your spicy, cheesy Texas Woodpecker Eggs!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1810 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 161.4 g | 207% | |
| Saturated Fat | 87.0 g | 435% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 479 mg | 160% | |
| Sodium | 4844 mg | 211% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35.2 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.4 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.3 g | ||
| Protein | 77.1 g | 154% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1077 mg | 83% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 1400 mg | 30% | |
*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.
