Cheesy Stuffed Jalapeños
By: Mike, Posted: 12/28/2023
Craving a spicy and cheesy snack? Do you need a quick and easy appetizer for the upcoming game or holiday? Our Cheesy Stuffed Jalapeños definitely hit the spot!
Need more easy appetizer ideas? Check out our Easy Cheesy Garlic Twists, Copycat Bagel Bites – All About the Toppings, or our Baked Brie with Fig Jam.
Our Cheesy Stuffed Jalapeños
I love anything spicy. If it can set my mouth on fire, I must try it. Our Cheesy Stuffed Jalapeños are one of the easiest snack-atizers you can make. Jalapeños may not be the spiciest pepper out there, but they are the perfect vessel to stuff. Cheese and bacon are a great combo for stuffing our Jalapeños. Minda and I make our Cheesy Stuffed Jalapeños for football and baseball games, BBQs, and holidays. Even Grandma enjoys the burn that comes from enjoying our Cheesy Stuffed Jalapeños.
Ingredients, Substitutions, and Additions
Jalapeños – Jalapeños are the perfect balance of spicy and size for stuffing. We cut our Jalapeños in half for the ease of stuffing. This also allows us more delicious Cheesy Stuffed Jalapeños.
Cheese – We use two different cheeses. The first is shredded cheddar. This is because we always have it on hand. The second is cream cheese. We switch up the shredded cheese from time to time and use a Pepper Jack or Colby Jack.
Bacon – What is there to say about bacon. It is amazing. We use both premade bacon bits and homemade bacon bits. I like my bacon to be a bit chunkier, so I make my own.
Additional Ingredients – Add some sautéed minced onion and garlic. They will add tons of flavor, but it takes a little bit longer to enjoy your Cheesy Stuffed Jalapeños. Chopped black olives are also a great addition. If you need more cheese sprinkle some parmesan cheese on top before you put them in the oven.
Preferred Pairings for Cheesy Stuffed Jalapeños
Looking for something to complement your Cheesy Stuffed Jalapeños? Try our Crock-Pot Chili Verde Tacos, Fall off the Bone Crock-Pot Ribs, or with some Shredded Beef Tacos.
Crock-Pot Chili Verde Tacos – If you are looking for a easy dinner, look no further than our Crock-Pot Chili Verde Tacos. They are the perfect meal you can set and forget.
Fall off the Bone Crock-Pot Ribs – Craving some Ribs? Check out our Fall off the Bone Crock-Pot Ribs. Perfect for dinner or a hit at your next potluck.
Shredded Beef Tacos – These Shredded Beef Tacos are easy to make and loaded with tons of flavor. Great for a family gathering or any weeknight dinner.
Ingredients for Cheesy Stuffed Jalapeños
- 6 large Jalapeños
- 4 oz Cream Cheese
- 1 Cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
- 3 oz Bacon Bits
Directions
Preheat oven and prep cookie sheet: Preheat oven to 350°. Line cookie sheet with foil and spray with nonstick cooking spray.
Prep Jalapeños, Cheese, and Bacon: Slice Jalapeños in half. Using a spoon remove seeds then place on a plate. Combine Shredded Cheddar Cheese, Cream Cheese, and Bacon Bits in a mixing bowl and mix until fully incorporated.
Stuff Jalapeños, bake, and enjoy: Evenly spread mixture between Jalapeños and place onto prepped cookie sheet then bake for 20 minutes. Remove Cheesy Stuffed Jalapeños from oven and place onto serving dish. Plate and enjoy!
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minutesCraving a spicy and cheesy snack? Do you need a quick and easy appetizer for the upcoming game or holiday? Our Cheesy Stuffed Jalapeños definitely hit the spot!
Ingredients
6 large Jalapeños
4 oz Cream Cheese
1 Cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
3 oz Bacon Bits
Directions
- Preheat oven and prep cookie sheet: Preheat oven to 350°. Line cookie sheet with foil and spray with nonstick cooking spray.
- Prep Jalapeños, Cheese, and Bacon: Slice Jalapeños in half. Using a spoon remove seeds then place on a plate. Combine Shredded Cheddar Cheese, Cream Cheese, and Bacon Bits in a mixing bowl and mix until fully incorporated.
- Stuff Jalapeños, bake, and enjoy: Evenly spread mixture between Jalapeños and place onto prepped cookie sheet then bake for 20 minutes. Remove Cheesy Stuffed Jalapeños from oven and place onto serving dish. Plate and enjoy!
