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Irresistible BBQ Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers Recipe for Fourth of July Party

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Quick and crowd-pleasing bacon-wrapped jalapeño poppers filled with creamy cheese and finished with a smoky BBQ glaze, perfect for parties and cookouts.

Ingredients

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  • 12 medium-sized fresh jalapeños
  • 12 strips thin-cut bacon
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened to room temperature
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup BBQ sauce

Instructions

  1. Preheat your grill to medium heat around 350°F or preheat your oven to 400°F.
  2. Slice jalapeños in half lengthwise and scoop out seeds and membranes. Remove all membranes for less heat if desired.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.
  4. Fill each jalapeño half with the cheese mixture, packing gently but firmly.
  5. Wrap each filled jalapeño half with one strip of bacon, securing with a toothpick if needed.
  6. Place bacon-wrapped jalapeños on the grill seam side down. Grill for 10 minutes, then flip and grill another 10 minutes. Brush with BBQ sauce halfway through grilling.
  7. If using an oven, place poppers on a wire rack over a baking sheet. Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway and brushing with BBQ sauce at the 15-minute mark.
  8. Let poppers rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Keep a close eye on the bacon to avoid burning. For less heat, remove all seeds and membranes from jalapeños. Brush BBQ sauce halfway through cooking to prevent burning. Partially cooking bacon before wrapping can speed up cooking but wrapping raw bacon yields better flavor. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheat best in the oven to maintain crispiness.

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