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Jalapeño Popper Pizza

A creamy, cheesy, and zesty pizza that combines the flavors of jalapeño poppers with classic pizza for the ultimate crowd-pleaser.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pizza Base
  • 1 piece pre-made pizza crust Store-bought or homemade
Creamy Mixture
  • 1 cup cream cheese, softened Important to soften for easier spreading
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder Can adjust to taste
  • Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper Adjust seasoning to preference
Toppings
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Can substitute with pepper jack for extra kick
  • 1/2 cup diced jalapeños (fresh or pickled) Adjust quantity for spice preference
  • 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon Can be replaced with mushrooms or black beans for a vegetarian version
  • 1/4 cup green onions, sliced For garnish and additional flavor

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 the 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

Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days. Reheat in the oven for best results. Can be frozen before baking for up to a month.