Texas Twinkies - Jalapeños Stuffed with Smoked Brisket
Texas Twinkies are a delicious appetizer featuring jalapeños stuffed with smoked brisket and cream cheese, wrapped in bacon, and grilled to perfection. This dish is a crowd-pleaser, perfect for gatherings or game days.
Equipment
- 1 smoker or grill
- 1 baking sheet
- 1 aluminum foil
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 toothpicks
Ingredients
- 8 large jalapeño peppers Sliced in half and seeds removed.
- 2 cups smoked brisket, chopped
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 8 slices bacon Cut each slice in half.
- to taste BBQ sauce Optional for drizzling.
Instructions
- Preheat your smoker or grill to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice each jalapeño in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and membranes to reduce heat.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped smoked brisket, softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Stuff each jalapeño half with the brisket and cheese mixture, packing it in generously.
- Cut each slice of bacon in half. Wrap a piece of bacon around each stuffed jalapeño, securing it with a toothpick if necessary.
- Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil for easy clean-up and place the stuffed jalapeños on the sheet.
- Transfer the baking sheet to the smoker or grill. Cook for about 25 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the cheese is bubbling.
- Remove from the grill, allow to cool slightly, and drizzle with BBQ sauce if desired before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, you can sprinkle some barbecue rub on the brisket mixture before stuffing.
Adjust the number of jalapeños based on your desired serving size; each large jalapeño typically serves one person as an appetizer.
These Texas Twinkies are best served hot and can be accompanied by ranch or additional BBQ sauce for dipping. Enjoy!