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Jalapeño Popper Pizza

A spicy and cheesy pizza that features a creamy cheese spread, jalapeños, and crispy bacon, perfect for movie nights or game days.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Snack
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pizza Base
  • 1 piece pre-made pizza crust You can use a homemade crust if preferred.
Cheese Mixture
  • 1 cup cream cheese, softened Allows for better spreading.
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese For topping.
Toppings
  • 1/2 cup diced jalapeños Fresh or pickled as per preference.
  • 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon Adds a delicious savory flavor.
  • 1/4 cup green onions, sliced Enhances the flavor and presentation.
Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder For added flavor.
  • Salt and pepper to taste Adjust according to your preference.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven according to pizza crust package instructions.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the pizza crust.
  4. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the cream cheese layer.
  5. Top with diced jalapeños, crumbled bacon, and green onions.
Cooking
  1. Bake according to pizza crust instructions, usually around 15–20 minutes, until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
  2. Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, slice, and serve.

Notes

For a crispy bottom, pre-bake the pizza crust for a few minutes before adding toppings. You can swap jalapeños for green bell peppers for a milder taste.