Texas Cannonballs

Ignite your taste buds with Texas Cannonballs, the ultimate appetizer that combines bold flavors and irresistible textures. These spicy jalapeños are stuffed with a rich and savory blend of ground sausage, cream cheese, shredded cheddar, and smoky seasonings for a kick of flavor in every bite. Wrapped in crispy bacon and baked to perfection, these bite-sized sensations are a perfect balance of heat, creaminess, and smoky goodness. Ready in just 50 minutes, Texas Cannonballs are ideal for parties, game days, or any occasion where you want to impress with tantalizing, crowd-pleasing finger food.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 12 whole jalapeños
• 0.5 pounds ground sausage (mild or spicy)
• 4 ounces cream cheese
• 1 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 teaspoons garlic powder
• 1 teaspoons onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoons smoked paprika
• 12 slices bacon strips
• 12 pieces toothpicks

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper.

Step 2

Cut the jalapeños in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and membranes. Set them aside.

Step 3

In a mixing bowl, combine the ground sausage, cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika. Mix thoroughly until the ingredients are evenly distributed.

Step 4

Stuff each jalapeño half with the sausage mixture, packing it tightly into the cavity.

Step 5

Wrap each stuffed jalapeño half with a slice of bacon, securing the bacon with a toothpick to ensure it stays in place.

Step 6

Place the bacon-wrapped jalapeños on the prepared baking sheet, with the stuffed side facing up.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the sausage filling is cooked through.

Step 8

Allow the Texas Cannonballs to cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy them warm for the best flavor!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1101.8 grams (1101.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2194

Total Fat 173.50g	222%
Saturated Fat 79.10g	395%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.70g
Cholesterol 500mg	167%
Sodium 4435mg	193%
Total Carbohydrate 53.70g	20%
Dietary Fiber 16.50g	59%
Total Sugars 24.10g
Protein 115.30g	231%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1027mg	79%
Iron 6mg	35%
Potassium 2609mg	56%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 69.8%

Protein: 20.6%

Carbs: 9.6%