Texas Twinkies - Jalapeños Stuffed with Smoked Brisket
Texas Twinkies are a mouthwatering appetizer featuring jalapeños stuffed with smoked brisket and cream cheese, wrapped in bacon and smoked to perfection. These savory bites are perfect for gatherings and will leave your guests wanting more.
Equipment
- 1 smoker or grill
- 1 baking tray
- 1 aluminum foil
- 1 mixing bowl
- optional toothpicks
Ingredients
- 16 large jalapeño peppers
- 2 cups smoked brisket, chopped
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 16 slices bacon
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- optional BBQ sauce for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat your smoker or grill to 225°F (107°C).
- Prepare the jalapeños by slicing them in half lengthwise and removing the seeds and membranes (use gloves if desired to avoid spicy oils).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the smoked brisket, cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are combined.
- Stuff each jalapeño half generously with the brisket mixture.
- Wrap each stuffed jalapeño with a slice of bacon, securing it with a toothpick if necessary.
- Place the wrapped jalapeños on a baking tray lined with aluminum foil.
- Once the smoker or grill is preheated, place the baking tray with the jalapeños in it. Smoke for about 60 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the cheese is melted.
- Remove from the smoker or grill and let them cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Optional: Drizzle with BBQ sauce for extra flavor before serving.
Notes
For an extra kick, consider adding diced jalapeños or hot sauce to the cream cheese mixture. These Texas Twinkies can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator; just smoke them when you're ready to serve. Adjust the number of jalapeños based on the number of servings required.