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Crispy Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers Recipe with Easy Creamy Ranch Dip

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A quick and easy appetizer featuring jalapeños stuffed with a creamy cheese mixture, wrapped in crispy bacon, and served with a homemade creamy ranch dip. Perfect for parties and game nights.

Ingredients

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  • 12 medium-sized fresh jalapeños
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 12 strips bacon, thin but sturdy
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chives or parsley, finely chopped (optional)
  • For the creamy ranch dip:
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon dried dill
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top if available.
  2. Wear gloves and slice each jalapeño in half lengthwise. Scoop out seeds and ribs carefully.
  3. In a medium bowl, mix softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  4. Fill each jalapeño half with the cheese mixture using a spoon or small scoop.
  5. Cut bacon strips in half if too long. Wrap each stuffed jalapeño half with a bacon strip, securing with toothpicks if needed.
  6. Arrange poppers on the wire rack, bacon seam side down.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes until bacon is crispy and cheese is bubbly. Optionally broil for 1-2 minutes for extra crispiness.
  8. While baking, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, dried dill, garlic powder, onion powder, lemon juice, salt, and pepper for the ranch dip. Chill until serving.
  9. Let poppers cool for 5 minutes before serving with ranch dip.

Notes

Wear gloves when handling jalapeños to avoid skin irritation. Use a wire rack for crispier bacon or flip poppers halfway if no rack is available. For extra smoky flavor, add smoked paprika or cayenne to the filling. The ranch dip can be made ahead and chilled to enhance flavors. Leftovers store well in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat best in the oven.

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