For the uninitiated, jalapeño poppers are savoury, spicy bites that include breaded or bacon-wrapped jalapeño peppers stuffed with cheese, spices and sometimes meat. We riffed on this traditional snack, sprinkling our versions with shredded, smoked gouda (a creamy cheese from the Netherlands) and a drizzle of hot honey for an extra dash of heat. And while we love almost anything breaded and deep-fried, after testing, we opted to wrap our jalapeños in thinly-sliced bacon for the perfect sweet, salty and fiery bite every time.
Whether you're enjoying these poppers as an appetizer, a barbecue snack, or even as a special game-day treat, they are guaranteed to be crowd pleasers. The combination of textures, flavours, and heat levels makes our interpretation a delightful indulgence for sweet and savoury enthusiasts and food lovers alike. They’re so addictive, in fact, that you may want to make an extra dozen just to be safe.
