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Smoked Beef Bacon Jalapeño Poppers Recipe

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These smoked beef bacon jalapeño poppers are the perfect blend of smoky, creamy, and spicy flavors. Fresh jalapeños are stuffed with a cheesy beef mixture, wrapped in crispy beef bacon, and slow-smoked for the ultimate appetizer or game-day snack!

Ingredients

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  • 12 large jalapeños, halved and seeds removed
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup shredded pepper jack cheese
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ cup cooked ground beef (or smoked brisket, finely chopped)
  • 12 slices beef bacon (cut in half)
  • ¼ cup BBQ sauce (optional, for glaze)
  • Toothpicks (to secure bacon)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the smoker: Set your smoker to 250°F and use wood like hickory, cherry, or pecan for a great smoky flavor.

  2. Prepare the filling: In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese, cheddar, pepper jack, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and cooked ground beef or brisket. Stir until well combined.

  3. Stuff the jalapeños: Spoon the cheese mixture into each halved jalapeño, filling them generously.

  4. Wrap with beef bacon: Wrap each stuffed jalapeño with half a slice of beef bacon, securing it with a toothpick if needed.

  5. Smoke the poppers: Place the poppers directly on the smoker grates and smoke for 1½ to 2 hours, or until the bacon is crispy and the jalapeños are tender.

  6. Optional BBQ glaze: In the last 15 minutes, brush the poppers with BBQ sauce for an extra layer of flavor.

  7. Serve & enjoy: Remove from the smoker, let them cool slightly, and enjoy while warm!

Notes

  • Want them extra crispy? Turn up the heat to 375°F for the last 10 minutes.
  • Milder version? Use mini sweet peppers instead of jalapeños.

 

  • Prefer more heat? Leave some of the jalapeño seeds in or mix diced jalapeños into the filling.

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