Bacon Jalapeño Popper Bites are small, creamy, and crispy appetizers packed with spicy jalapeños, smoky bacon, and melted cheese in every bite. These poppers are perfect for parties, game nights, or whenever you want something bold and cheesy. They’re baked until golden and bubbling—easy to make, addictive to eat, and always a crowd favorite.
Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 20 bites
Ingredients:
8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
3 fresh jalapeños, finely diced (remove seeds for less heat)
225 g (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
2 tablespoons chopped green onions
1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
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Prepare the Bacon and Jalapeños
Cook the bacon until crispy, then crumble and set aside. Finely dice the jalapeños, removing seeds if you prefer mild heat. -
Make the Filling
In a bowl, mix cream cheese, cheddar, mozzarella, garlic powder, paprika, green onions, diced jalapeños, and bacon. Add a little salt and pepper, and stir until smooth and creamy. -
Prepare the Pastry
Roll out the puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface. Cut it into 20 small squares (about 2×2 inches each). -
Fill and Shape
Place a spoonful of the cream cheese mixture in the center of each pastry square. Fold the corners toward the center and pinch lightly to seal, or simply fold in half to make small pockets. -
Brush and Bake
Place the bites on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush the tops with the beaten egg for a golden color. Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 15–18 minutes, or until puffed and golden brown. -
Cool and Serve
Let the bites cool for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm with ranch or sour cream dip.
Nutrition (per bite):
Calories: 130
Protein: 4g
Carbohydrates: 6g
Fat: 10g
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 200mg
Tips:
Use store-bought puff pastry for convenience—it’s light and flaky.
For more spice, keep some jalapeño seeds or add a pinch of cayenne to the filling.
You can make the filling ahead of time and refrigerate it for up to 2 days.
If you don’t have puff pastry, use crescent roll dough or biscuit dough instead.
Add a sprinkle of extra cheese on top before baking for a gooey finish.
