Texas Twinkies 

Texas Twinkies are a bold, smoky appetizer that elevates the classic jalapeño popper. These hearty bites feature whole jalapeños stuffed with a creamy mixture of smoked brisket and cheese, wrapped in bacon, and glazed with barbecue sauce. Perfect for game days, barbecues, or any gathering, they offer a delightful combination of flavors and textures. 

Full Recipe:

Ingredients

• 12 large jalapeño peppers

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened

• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

• 1½ pounds cooked chopped brisket (preferably from the fatty point cut)

• 12 slices thick cut bacon

• ½ cup barbecue sauce (for glazing)

• Kosher salt and ground black pepper, to taste

Directions

1. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 300°F (150°C).

2. Prepare Jalapeños: Slice each jalapeño in the shape of a "T" a vertical cut from top to bottom and a crosscut under the stem, making sure to cut only halfway through. Use a spoon to remove and discard all seeds and membranes. Place jalapeños on a baking sheet.

3. Bake Jalapeños: Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Transfer jalapeños to a bowl of ice water for a few minutes to extract the rest of the seeds' oil. Blot dry with a paper towel.

4. Prepare Filling: In a medium bowl, combine cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, and chopped brisket. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

5. Stuff Jalapeños: Fill each jalapeño with the cream cheese and brisket mixture.

6. Wrap with Bacon: Wrap each stuffed jalapeño with a slice of bacon, securing with toothpicks if necessary.

7. Bake: Place the wrapped jalapeños on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.

8. Glaze with BBQ Sauce: Remove from the oven and brush the tops with barbecue sauce. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes.

9. Serve: Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your Texas Twinkies as a flavorful appetizer or snack.

Nutritional Information (per serving)

• Calories: Approximately 212 kcal

• Protein: 6g

• Carbohydrates: 7g

  • Dietary Fiber: 1g

  • Sugars: 3g

• Fat: 18g

  • Saturated Fat: 8g

• Cholesterol: 37mg

• Sodium: 595mg

• Potassium: 146mg

• Calcium: 18mg

• Iron: 1mg