Description
Bacon Jalapeño Popper Bites are the ultimate spicy, cheesy appetizer made with creamy cheese filling, crispy bacon, fresh jalapeños, and a golden crunchy topping. These bite-sized snacks are perfect for game days, parties, BBQs, holidays, or any gathering where you want an easy crowd-pleasing recipe packed with flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients
For the Jalapeño Popper Filling
- 12 fresh jalapeños, halved and seeded
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
For the Topping
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Extra bacon pieces for garnish
Optional Additions
- Ranch seasoning
- Hot sauce
- Shredded pepper jack cheese
- Fresh cilantro
Instructions
Instructions
- Prepare the jalapeños: Slice jalapeños in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and membranes. Place them on a lined baking sheet.
- Make the filling: Mix softened cream cheese, cheddar cheese, bacon, green onions, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Fill the jalapeños: Spoon the cheese mixture evenly into each jalapeño half.
- Add the topping: Combine breadcrumbs, melted butter, and Parmesan cheese. Sprinkle over the filled jalapeños.
- Bake: Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20–25 minutes until the filling is warm and the topping is golden.
- Rest briefly: Let the bites cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve: Garnish with extra bacon pieces and serve with ranch dressing or your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
For less heat, remove all jalapeño seeds and membranes before filling. These bites can be assembled ahead of time and refrigerated until ready to bake. For extra flavor, try adding smoked cheddar, crispy onions, or a drizzle of hot honey before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: bacon jalapeno popper bites, jalapeno appetizer, spicy snack recipe, bacon cheese bites, party appetizer, game day food
