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Spicy Bacon Jalapeño Poppers
Spicy Bacon Jalapeño Poppers
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Prep Time:
20 minutes
Total Time:
50 minutes
Irresistible bite-sized bacon and cream cheese appetizers with a spicy kick, only 40 calories each. Perfect for any party!
Ingredients:
  • 8 medium (about 3 inch) jalapeño chiles, halved lengthwise, seeded
  • 1/2 cup fat-free cream cheese spread (from 8-oz container)
  • 1/4 cup shredded pepper Jack cheese (1 oz)
  • 2 medium green onions, finely chopped (2 tablespoons)
  • 1 tablespoon cooked real bacon pieces or bits (from 3-oz jar)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions:
  • Preheat oven to 350°F and lightly coat a cookie sheet with cooking spray. Arrange chile halves, cut sides facing up, on the prepared sheet.
  • Combine cream cheese spread, pepper Jack cheese, onions, bacon, and salt in a small bowl. Fill chile halves with the mixture, ensuring the filling is spread out evenly to the edges.
  • Bake until tops are light golden brown and chiles are tender, about 30 minutes. Sprinkle with fresh cilantro and serve warm.