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Texas Twinkies: Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeños (Smoked Brisket)
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Make these irresistible Texas Twinkies—bacon-wrapped jalapeños stuffed with smoked brisket and cream cheese! Perfect for parties or game day, this easy appetizer is smoky, spicy, and so delicious.
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Prep Time10 minutes
other time2 hours 30 minutes
Prep Time2 hours 40 minutes
servings8 servings

Ingredients

  • 8 jalapeños sliced and de-seeded
  • 12 Tablespoons cream cheese room temp
  • 2 c smoked brisket chopped or shredded
  • 8 slices Bacon thick cut

Instructions

Prepare the Jalapeños:

  1. Cut off the stem end and slice each jalapeño lengthwise. Remove seeds and membrane. Rinse and pat dry.
    8 jalapeños

Stuff the Jalapeños:

  1. Spread 1 tablespoon cream cheese into each jalapeño. Add 2-3 tablespoon shredded brisket, pressing gently to stick.
    12 Tablespoons cream cheese, 2 c smoked brisket

Wrap with Bacon:

  1. Roll each stuffed jalapeño in a slice of bacon, securing with toothpicks at both ends.
    8 slices Bacon

Cook:

  1. Oven Method: Bake at 400°F for 20-30 minutes until bacon is crispy.
  2. Smoker Method: Smoke at 275°F for 60-90 minutes until bacon is cooked.

Serve:

  1. Let cool for 5 minutes. Remove toothpicks and serve with dipping sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1popper | Calories: 181kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 60mg | Sodium: 367mg | Potassium: 253mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 547IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 1mg
CourseAppetizer
CuisineMexican
KeywordTexas Twinkies
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