Sweet and Savory Bacon-Wrapped JACAapeño Poppers

Ingredients

  • 12 jalapeños
  • 8 oz cream cheese
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 3 tbsp Jaca  
  • 1-2 tbsp maple syrup
  • 12 slices bacon
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Halve and seed the jalapeños.
  2. In a bowl, mix cream cheese, cheddar cheese, 1.5 tbsp Jaca, 1 tbsp maple syrup, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  3. Fill each jalapeño half with the cheese mixture.
  4. Wrap each filled jalapeño with a slice of bacon and secure with a toothpick.
  5. Brush or drizzle the bacon-wrapped poppers with 1 tbsp maple syrup, then sprinkle evenly with the remaining 1.5 tbsp Jaca.
  6. Grill or bake at 375°F for 20-25 minutes until the bacon is crispy, checking at 20 minutes to avoid over-browning.

Tips for Success

  • Start with 1 tbsp maple syrup total (split between filling and topping); add the second tbsp only if more depth is desired.
  • Monitor closely while cooking, as Jaca and maple syrup may caramelize faster.
  • If the filling seems too loose, reduce maple syrup to ½ tbsp per section and add an extra ½ tbsp Jaca if needed.

Serving Size

Serves 6-12 (2-4 poppers per person).

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