Bacon Wrapped Cheddar Corn Jalapeño Poppers with Cilantro Lime Ranch.
A fun and delicious summer appetizer that's equally great for all the upcoming fall game days.
Servings: 8
Calories: 205kcal
Ingredients
- 4 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
- 2 ears corn, kernels removed from the cob
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
- 1-2 cloves garlic, minced or grated
- kosher salt and black pepper
- 12 jalapeños, halved
- 6 slices thin-cut bacon
Cilantro Lime Ranch
- 1/2 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- juice from 1 lime
Instructions
- 1. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.2. In a bowl, combine the cream cheese, cheddar, pepper jack, corn, cilantro, chives, garlic, and a pinch each of salt and pepper. 3. Halve the jalapeños, then scoop out the seeds. Stuff each half with the cheesy corn mix, then wrap with 1 half slice of bacon. Place the jalapeños on the prepared baking sheet. Bake 20-25 minutes, until the cheese has melted. At the end of cooking, switch the oven to broil, broil for 1-2 minutes to crisp the bacon. 4. Meanwhile, make the ranch. Combine all ingredients in a glass jar and shake or stir until creamy. 5. Serve the poppers warm with cilantro lime ranch for dipping. Enjoy!
Nutrition
Calories: 205kcal