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Blazing Bacon-Jalapeño Fireball Party Smashers

A creamy, cheesy mixture bursting with smoky bacon and zesty jalapeños, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Filling
  • 1 lb bacon, cooked and crumbled Cook to crispy perfection
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Can swap for favorite cheese
  • 1/4 cup diced jalapeños Adjust heat as desired
  • 1/4 cup diced green onions
  • 1/4 cup hot sauce
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper For extra spice
  • to taste Salt and pepper
Crust
  • 1 sleeve buttery crackers, crushed
  • 1/4 cup melted butter

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, blend the crumbled bacon, softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, diced jalapeños, green onions, hot sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper until you have a smooth mixture.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix the crushed buttery crackers with melted butter.
  4. Press this cracker mixture into the bottom of a greased baking dish to create a crust.
  5. Spread the bacon and cheese mixture evenly over the crust.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  2. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

These smashers are best served hot. For a unique twist, add various cheeses or drizzle barbecue sauce before serving.