Fresh sliced and seeded Jalapeño Peppers stuffed with cream cheese and wrapped in bacon cooked to a crisp create these delicious stuffed Jalapeño Peppers!
Super Bowl Sunday is just around the corner — a day many of us celebrate with friends, big screens, and the best part: the food. From wings and sliders to dips and fries, game day is the perfect excuse to serve crowd-pleasing appetizers. One classic that always disappears fast is jalapeño poppers. Here’s an easy, crowd-friendly version that’s baked and finished on the grill for a smoky, crispy bite.
How To Make Stuffed Jalapeno Peppers
This recipe uses just three main ingredients: fresh jalapeños, softened cream cheese, and bacon. It’s simple to prepare and packs big flavor.
Start by slicing each jalapeño lengthwise and scraping out the seeds with a tablespoon — removing the seeds reduces the heat. Fill each pepper half with softened cream cheese.
Wrap each stuffed pepper with a slice of bacon and secure it with a toothpick to hold everything together.
Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and arrange the bacon-wrapped peppers cream-cheese-side up. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake until the bacon is partially cooked — about 10 minutes. This step renders some of the bacon fat so you avoid excessive flare-ups when grilling.
For a final touch, place the peppers on a hot outdoor grill for 2–3 minutes per side to develop a golden-brown color and a hint of smokiness. The grill finish is optional but highly recommended for extra flavor.
When done you’ll have tender peppers, creamy filling, and crisp bacon. Keep an eye out for the toothpicks and remind guests to remove them before enjoying. These poppers make a great addition to any game day spread and are a lighter alternative to deep-fried versions.
They pair perfectly with wings or sliders and are easy to prep ahead — bake, then finish on the grill just before serving. Small, flavorful, and always a party favorite.
Other Great Game Day Appetizer Recipes
- Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Wings
- Oven Fried Mini Beef Flautas
- Easy Philly Cheese Steak Sliders
- Loaded Tater Tots
- Brown Sugar Bacon Smokies
- Hasselback Pepperoni Pizza Sliders
Remember — it’s all about the food! Happy entertaining.
Stuffed Jalapeno Peppers
A delicious alternative to deep-fried jalapeño poppers: bacon-wrapped jalapeños stuffed with cream cheese and finished on the grill for a smoky touch.
Ingredients
- 6 whole fresh jalapeño peppers
- 12 slices of bacon
- 1/2 cup softened cream cheese
Instructions
- Cut each jalapeño in half lengthwise and remove all seeds with a tablespoon.
- Fill each pepper half with cream cheese.
- Wrap each stuffed pepper with a slice of bacon and secure with a toothpick.
- Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Arrange the peppers on the foil-lined sheet and bake for about 10 minutes, until the bacon is partially cooked.
- Finish on a hot outdoor grill for 2–3 minutes per side to add a smoky char.
- Remove from the grill, discard toothpicks, and serve warm.
Nutrition
Serving size: 2 pepper halves — Calories: 179 kcal; Carbohydrates: 2 g; Protein: 9 g; Fat: 15 g; Saturated Fat: 7 g; Cholesterol: 42 mg; Sodium: 448 mg; Sugar: 1 g.