For a spicier kick, leave some of the jalapeño seeds in. For a milder flavor, be diligent about removing all seeds and membranes. Use your favorite BBQ sauce to customize the flavor profile. The Texas Twinkies can be assembled ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator until ready to bake. Add about 5-10 minutes to the baking time if baking from cold. If you don't have brisket, you can substitute with pulled pork or chopped smoked sausage.
Texas Twinkies
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME45 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs
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SERVING12 People
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VIEWS36
Indulge in these irresistible Texas Twinkies, a symphony of smoky, spicy, and creamy flavors. Jalapeño peppers cradle a luscious brisket and cream cheese filling, all embraced by crispy bacon and glazed with tangy BBQ sauce. A delightful way to repurpose leftover brisket into a crowd-pleasing appetizer or snack.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate7 g
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Cholesterol37 mg
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Fiber1 g
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Protein6 g
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Saturated Fat8 g
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Sodium595 mg
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Fat18 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepPreheat the oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). (5 minutes)
02
StepPrepare the jalapeños: Slice jalapeños in the shape of a 'T.' Cut a straight vertical line from top to bottom with a crosscut directly under the stem, making sure to cut only halfway through the jalapeños. Use a spoon to remove and discard all seeds and membranes. Place jalapeños on a baking sheet. (15 minutes)
03
StepBake the jalapeños: Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. (10 minutes)
04
StepIce bath: Transfer jalapeños to a bowl of ice water for a few minutes to extract the rest of the seeds' oil and tame the heat. Blot dry with a paper towel. (5 minutes)
05
StepIncrease oven temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). (2 minutes)
06
StepAssemble the Twinkies: Spread 1 tablespoon cream cheese inside each jalapeño. Place about 2 ounces brisket inside each, then wrap with a slice of bacon. Place poppers on a baking sheet and season with salt and pepper. (20 minutes)
07
StepBake and Glaze: Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Remove from the oven and brush the tops with BBQ sauce. Return to the oven and bake 5 more minutes. (35 minutes)
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Kelvin Durgan
May 31, 2025The ice bath trick really helped to tame the heat of the jalapeños.
Leda Ferry
Apr 22, 2025I made these for a party, and they were gone in minutes!
Edd Yundt
Apr 22, 2025These were amazing! The perfect combination of spicy, smoky, and sweet.
Maritza Stammwisozk
Apr 9, 2025Next time, I'm going to try adding a little shredded cheddar cheese to the filling.
Lexie Pagac
Feb 7, 2025I didn't have brisket, so I used pulled pork instead. Still delicious!