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Texas Twinkies

Texas Twinkies start as a hollowed-out jumbo jalapeño, then stuffed with chopped brisket and cream cheese and wrapped in bacon.
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American, Southern, Texas
Keyword cheese, jalapeño, peppers, pineapple, spicy, texas twinkies
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 6 people
Calories 305kcal
Cost 9

Ingredients

  • 12 Whole Jalapeños
  • 7.5 oz Cream Cheese
  • 1.5 lbs Smoked Brisket, chopped
  • 12 Thick-cut Bacon, strips
  • 2 Tbsp Sea Salt
  • 2 Tbsp Black Pepper
  • 6 oz Barbecue Sauce
  • 1/2 oz Pineapple, crushed Optional

Instructions

  • Slice one side of each jalapeño from stem to tip. Slice across stem end; remove seeds.
  • Place jalapeños on grilling mesh; grill at high heat (indirect) for 10 minutes.
  • Remove from grill; Cover each jalapeño's inside bottom with a spoonful of cream cheese; a pinch of brisket.
  • For a sweet option, add crushed pineapple to the cream cheese. (Our favorite)
  • Wrap with bacon; add pinch salt and pepper.
  • Place peppers on grilling mesh; place on indirect side of high-heat grill 30 minutes.
  • Glaze with barbecue sauce, serve immediately.