Description

This Jalapeño Popper Grilled Cheese combines everything you love about the classic appetizer—creamy cheese, spicy jalapeños, crispy bacon—all packed into a golden, buttery grilled cheese sandwich. It’s the perfect balance of heat, crunch, and gooey goodness, great for lunch, dinner, or game-day snacking.

Ingredients

8 slices sourdough or white bread
4 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup shredded cheddar or pepper jack cheese
4 jalapeños, seeded and diced (or sliced for more heat)
6 slices cooked bacon, chopped
2 tbsp butter, softened (for bread)
Optional: 1 tbsp chopped green onion or parsley for garnish

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Instructions

For extra kick, leave in some jalapeño seeds or use pickled jalapeños.
Want it even cheesier? Add a slice of melty cheese like American or mozzarella inside.
You can use air-fried or baked bacon if you prefer a lighter option.