Jalapeño and Shrimp Poppers Recipe with Texas Two-Step Seasoning

Creamy, Spicy, and Wrapped in Bacon

These jalapeño and shrimp poppers are the first thing to disappear off any appetizer tray. Each one packs a whole jalapeño with cream cheese and a shrimp, then gets wrapped in bacon and baked until crisp.

The seasoning is Cleve's Texas Two-Step. A generous sprinkle over the bacon adds sweet heat and savory depth without leaning on extra salt.

They come together fast, work on the grill or in the oven, and hit creamy, spicy, and smoky all in one bite.

Ingredients

(Serves 6)

• 12 large jalapeños
• 12 medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 12 slices bacon
• 1 tablespoon Cleve's Texas Two-Step
  
  

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prep the Jalapeños

Slice a lengthwise slit in each jalapeño and scoop out the seeds and membranes. Remove all the seeds for milder poppers.

2. Stuff with Cream Cheese and Shrimp

Fill each jalapeño with softened cream cheese, then tuck a shrimp inside.

3. Wrap with Bacon

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

4. Season

Sprinkle the poppers generously with Cleve's Texas Two-Step.

5. Bake

Bake at 375°F for 45 minutes, until the bacon is crisp and the shrimp is cooked through.

Pro Tips

• Choose curved jalapeños, since the bend cradles the shrimp and cream cheese
• Grill instead of bake for a smokier flavor
• Soften the cream cheese first so it is easy to spoon in
• Secure the bacon with a toothpick, and remember to remove it before serving
• Take out all the seeds and membranes for milder poppers
  
  

Serving Suggestions

These poppers work as an appetizer or party bite. Serve them with:

• A cool ranch or creamy dip
• Fresh lime wedges
• A platter alongside other grilled bites
• A cold drink to balance the heat

Creamy, spicy, smoky perfection. That is the whole pitch, and it holds up bite after bite.

Cleve's Texas Two-Step ties the heat of the jalapeño, the richness of the cream cheese, and the smoke of the bacon together. Make a tray once and you will be doubling the batch next time.

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