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Jalapeno Bologna Crackers with bbq sauce.
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Jalapeno Popper Bologna Crackers

Jalapeño Popper Cracker Bologna takes simple ingredients and turns them into a smoky, cheesy bite with just the right kick.
Prep Time10 minutes
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cream cheese appetizers
Servings: 8
Calories: 317kcal

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces Petit Jean Meats Cracker Bologna sliced into 16 slices
  • 2 jalapenos sliced
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • ½ cup sharp cheddar cheese grated
  • ½ teaspoon granulated garlic
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 16 saltine crackers
  • ½ cup bbq sauce

Instructions

  • Preheat the grill to 400° degrees for indirect heat.
  • Mix the filling by combining softened cream cheese, shredded sharp cheddar, granulated garlic, salt and pepper until smooth.
  • Slice the bologna into 16 slices.
  • Layer the crackers by placing saltines on a grill-safe pan or piece of aluminum foil. Top each cracker with a slice of bologna.
  • Add the cheese mixture by spreading a spoonful over each piece of bologna.
  • Top with a jalapeño slice, leave the seeds in for a spicier kick/
  • Drizzle with BBQ sauce right over the top.
  • Grill for 8 to 10 minutes with the lid closed, just until the cheese is melted and everything is heated through.
  • Remove from the grill and serve right away.

Notes

Baking Instructions: Bake on a lined baking sheet in the oven at 350° for about 8 to 10 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Variations:
  • Swap in pepper jack cheese for extra heat.
  • Add cooked Petit Jean Meats bacon  for a smoky, crispy layer.
Tip: Keep an eye on the crackers so they don’t over-toast on the grill.

Nutrition

Serving: 8g | Calories: 317kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 61mg | Sodium: 930mg | Potassium: 240mg | Fiber: 0.5g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 566IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 122mg | Iron: 1mg