Texas Twinkies: The Appetizer That Stole the Whole Damn Show
If jalapeño poppers went to Texas, hit the gym, and started smoking hickory—they’d come back as Texas Twinkies. These flavor bombs are stuffed, wrapped, and smoked to perfection. And trust us… you’ll want to make more than you think. Because they go fast.
Here’s how to make 'em the right way—Rub Yer Meat style.
What Are Texas Twinkies?
Texas Twinkies are jalapeños stuffed with a cream cheese mixture, wrapped in bacon, and smoked until the bacon is crispy and the pepper’s perfectly tender. They’re sweet, spicy, smoky, and just a little bit dangerous in large quantities (because you can’t stop eating them).
What You’ll Need:
- Fresh jalapeños (as many as you can handle—seriously, double it)
- Cream cheese (softened)
- Rub Yer Meat BBQ Rub
- Regular cut bacon (not thick cut)
- Smoker set to 250°F
- Small spoon or butter knife for stuffing
Step-by-Step: How to Make Texas Twinkies
1. Prep the Peppers
Slice each jalapeño lengthwise down the middle without cutting all the way through.
Then, make a small horizontal cut toward the stem end, creating a T-shaped opening. This helps you open them up for stuffing without splitting the pepper.
Now gently scrape out the seeds and inner flesh with the handle of a spoon. Get in there, but be gentle. You want room for the good stuff, not a jalapeño blowout.
2. Mix the Filling
In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese with a generous amount of Rub Yer Meat BBQ Rub. The rub brings that smoky-savory-sweet flavor that makes these little guys addictive.
3. Stuff the Peppers
Let’s be honest—there’s no clean way to do this. Just get your hands dirty and fill those peppers full. It’s messy, it’s glorious, and it’s totally worth it.
4. Wrap in Bacon
Once stuffed, wrap each Twinkie in a strip of regular cut bacon. Regular bacon crisps up better on the smoker than the thick stuff—and that crispy finish is key. Season all sides with Rub Yer Meat BBQ Rub.
5. Smoke at 250°F
Place the wrapped peppers on your smoker and let 'em ride at 250°F. You’ll know they’re ready when the bacon is golden, bubbling, and smells like it’s flirting with your entire neighborhood.
These disappear. Fast. There’s always one guy who grabs six before you get your second. So make more than you think you'll need… and maybe stash a secret tray for yourself behind the paper towels.
