Preheat the oven to 400°F. Halve the jalapenos lengthwise*. Use a spoon to remove the seeds and membranes from the jalapenos. Discard.
In a large bowl, combine the cream cheese, garlic, salt, pepper, green onion, shredded cheese, and cooked bacon for the filling. Use a fork to mash the mixture until everything is well incorporated.
Fill the jalapeno halves with the mixture to sit level with the sides. Don't be tempted to overstuff them. Place the stuffed jalapenos on a baking sheet and bake at 400°F for 18-20 minutes, or until the cheese melts golden in color. Serve warm or cooled to room temperature.
Notes
*To protect your hands, I recommend wearing gloves when handling spicy peppers.
Nutrition Facts
Jalapeno Poppers
Amount per Serving
Calories
143
% Daily Value*
Fat
12
g
18
%
Saturated Fat
6
g
38
%
Trans Fat
0.01
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
3
g
Cholesterol
36
mg
12
%
Sodium
289
mg
13
%
Potassium
108
mg
3
%
Carbohydrates
3
g
1
%
Fiber
0.4
g
2
%
Sugar
1
g
1
%
Protein
6
g
12
%
Vitamin A
517
IU
10
%
Vitamin C
17
mg
21
%
Calcium
89
mg
9
%
Iron
0.2
mg
1
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.