Jalapeno Popper Stuffed Bratwurst

Today I combine two of my favorite things to make something very unique. Jalapeno Poppers and Bratwursts. Something about this combination just works. The smoky goodness of the grilled Bratwursts stuffed with a Cheesy Jalapeno Popper mixture is the best of both worlds! Slice then into pieces for an awesome appetizer, or simply place them whole into a bun for a fantastic meal.

Ingredients:

5 Fresh Bratwursts

1 8 oz package of Cream Cheese, softened

5 pieces of Bacon, cooked and crumbled

2-4 Jalapenos, diced

BBQ Rub of your choice

1-2 cups of grated Cheddar Cheese

Place softened Cream Cheese into a mixing bowl. Add the Bacon, diced Jalapenos and top with some Cheddar Cheese. Sprinkle some of your favorite BBQ Rub on top. Mix very well with your hands. Set aside.

Pierce the casing and cut a slit length wise down the entire bratwurst. Using your fingers carefully open the center of the Bratwurst. Gently take some of the Cream Cheese mixture and place inside the Bratwursts. Top with more shredded Cheddar Cheese.

Cook indirectly at around 250-275 degrees. Add some wood chips if you desire to get some smoky flavor. Cook until the internal temperature reaches 160 degrees. Then move the Bratwursts directly over the flames for a minute or two to finish the cooking process. Remove and serve. Enjoy!

If you want to watch me make this recipe step by step, simply watch my video below.