Cream Cheese Stuffed Jalapeno Poppers

This simple appetizer recipe will be shooting off fireworks in your mouth all day long! Be sure to make ahead a big batch because they'll disappear quicker than kick-off!

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Author: Katie Chase

Ingredients

12 jalapenos
8 oz cream cheese
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar
6 bacon strips cut into bits
1 lime juiced
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon smoked paprika

Instructions

Pre-heat oven to 400 degrees F.
Cook bacon strips until crispy. Cut into bits and set aside.
Half and de-seed the jalapenos.
Mix the remaining ingredients including the bacon in a bowl. Using a butter knife and spoon, spread the mixture into the cleaned jalapenos.
Place the filled jalapenos cheese side up on a baking sheet.
Optional: add the panko bread crumbs atop the cheese mixture.
Bake in the oven for 15-20 minutes.
Enjoy with ranch dressing or your favorite dipping sauce.