Description
Armadillo Eggs combine the heat of jalapenos, creamy filling, and crispy bacon for a delightful dish. Perfect for gatherings or a quick snack, this easy recipe will satisfy your cravings for comfort food with minimal prep time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground pork sausage
- 12 slices bacon
- 6 jalapenos seeded, cored, and stem removed
- 1 cup bbq sauce i like sweet baby ray's
- 4 ounces cream cheese softened
- ½ cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon bbq rub i used kinder's all purpose seasoning
- Salt/Pepper To Taste
Instructions
- Preheat the smoker to 250 degrees F. Cut the tops off the jalapenos, and core and seed them.
- In amedium bowl, mix the cream cheese, shredded cheddar, cornstarch, salt, pepper, and barbecue rub until well combined.
- Stuff the prepared jalapenos with the mixture. Then wrap each pepper with ground pork sausage, forming an oval shape. Use a food scale for consistency if desired.
- Wrap each sausage-covered jalapeno in one or two slices of bacon. Secure with toothpicks if necessary.
- Smoke the jalapenos for 2 to 2.5 hours or until the internal temperature reaches 160 degrees F.
- Brush the smoked jalapenos with barbecue sauce and cook at 400 degrees F for an additional 2 to 3 minutes.
Notes
Ensure each jalapeno is well-stuffed to maximize flavor.
Adjust the amount of barbecue sauce according to your taste preference.
Feel free to experiment with different types of sausage for unique flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jalapeno
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg