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Bacon Jalapeno Popper Pull-Apart Bread

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This easy party appetizer combines smoky bacon, roasted jalapenos, and gooey cheese in a golden, tear-and-share pull-apart bread. Perfect for game day, potlucks, or any gathering where you want to impress with bold, comforting flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 1 large loaf sourdough or Italian bread (about 1 lb, unsliced)
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2–3 scallions, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • Pinch of salt and black pepper
  • 6–8 slices bacon, cooked and chopped (about 1/2 cup)
  • 2–3 fresh jalapenos, seeded and diced (about 1/2 cup)
  • Optional: 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)
  • Extra sliced jalapeno or bacon bits for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment or foil.
  2. Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until just crisp. Drain and chop into small bits.
  3. Dice jalapenos, slice scallions, and shred cheese if needed. Let cream cheese sit at room temperature.
  4. In a medium mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, mayonnaise, scallions, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth and creamy.
  5. Fold in half the cooked bacon and half the diced jalapenos.
  6. Place bread loaf on a cutting board. Using a serrated knife, cut diagonal slices across the loaf, about 1 inch apart, stopping about 1/2 inch from the bottom. Rotate and cut diagonal slices the other way to create a crosshatch pattern.
  7. Gently open each pocket in the bread and spread a generous amount of the cream cheese mixture inside.
  8. Sprinkle remaining bacon and jalapenos evenly into the crevices.
  9. Melt butter and brush the top and sides of the loaf. Sprinkle with smoked paprika, extra cheese, or more bacon/jalapenos if desired.
  10. Tent bread loosely with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake another 8-10 minutes, until cheese is bubbling and bread is crisp and golden.
  11. Let bread cool for 5 minutes. Sprinkle with chopped parsley if desired. Serve warm, encouraging guests to pull apart pieces.

Notes

For less spice, remove all jalapeno seeds and membranes. Use gluten-free or dairy-free substitutes as needed. Make ahead by assembling and refrigerating before baking. For a crispier bottom, bake directly on the oven rack for the last 5 minutes. Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.

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