Crispy Bacon Wrapped Jalapeño Popper Bites Easy 5-Ingredient NYE Appetizer
These crispy bacon wrapped jalapeño popper bites are a quick and easy 5-ingredient appetizer perfect for New Year’s Eve or any celebration. They combine smoky bacon, creamy cheese filling, and a spicy kick for a crowd-pleasing finger food.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces softened cream cheese (full-fat)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Medium-sized fresh jalapeños, halved and seeded
- Thin-cut bacon slices (one slice per popper bite)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Wearing gloves, slice each jalapeño in half lengthwise and scrape out the seeds and membranes unless you prefer more heat.
- In a medium bowl, combine softened cream cheese, shredded sharp cheddar, and garlic powder. Stir until smooth and evenly mixed.
- Spoon the cheese mixture into each jalapeño half, filling generously but not overstuffing.
- Wrap each jalapeño half with a slice of bacon, cutting the bacon in half if needed. Secure with a toothpick if necessary.
- Arrange the wrapped poppers evenly spaced on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until bacon is crispy. Optionally broil for 1-2 minutes at the end for extra crispness, watching carefully.
- Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Wear gloves when handling jalapeños to avoid irritation. Do not overstuff the jalapeños to prevent cheese leakage and soggy bacon. Watch the bacon closely near the end of baking to avoid burning. Pre-cook bacon slightly if needed for extra crispness. Chill filled jalapeños before wrapping to reduce filling leakage. Use parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bacon wrapped jala
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 0.5
- Sodium: 250
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Carbohydrates: 1
- Fiber: 0.3
- Protein: 5
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