Description
Turn up the heat with these Cowboy Jalapeño Poppers, the ultimate party appetizer bursting with bold flavor. Creamy, cheesy, and loaded with crispy bacon, each jalapeño half is stuffed and baked to golden perfection. This easy recipe is a hit for game day, potlucks, and casual gatherings. Whether you’re looking for quick appetizers, low-carb snacks, or bold food ideas that impress, this dish delivers every time. Perfect for anyone who loves spicy finger food with a creamy twist, these poppers are about to become your new favorite easy recipe!
Ingredients
12 medium jalapeños
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
1 tablespoon ranch seasoning
1 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Slice each jalapeño in half lengthwise and remove seeds and membranes.
3. In a medium bowl, mix cream cheese, shredded cheddar, ranch seasoning, and garlic powder until smooth.
4. Fold in half of the crumbled bacon into the cheese mixture.
5. Fill each jalapeño half with the cheese mixture using a spoon or piping bag.
6. Sprinkle the remaining crumbled bacon on top of each filled jalapeño.
7. Bake for 15–18 minutes until cheese is bubbly and jalapeños are softened.
8. Serve hot or at room temperature.
Notes
Use gloves when handling jalapeños to avoid skin irritation.
For extra spice, leave in some seeds or add a dash of cayenne pepper to the filling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 poppers
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: jalapeno poppers, easy appetizers, party food, bacon snacks, low carb, spicy snacks