Jalapeno Popper Pig Shots

These Jalapeño Popper Pig Shots are the ultimate game day bite—smoky, savory, and packed with bold flavor. Made on the Gravity Series® XT Digital Charcoal Grill + Smoker, each bacon-wrapped, cream cheese–filled jalapeño soaks up real charcoal smoke for a crowd-pleasing appetizer that’s perfect for tailgates, watch parties, and football Sundays.

Instructions

1. 01

   Score the top of the cream cheese and season lightly with BBQ rub. Place into a preheated smoker at 250F for 30 Minutes to soften and absorb smoke.

2. 02

   Finely dice the jalapeno and place it in the smoker with the cream cheese to soften and mellow.

3. 03

   In a bowl, combine the smoked cream cheese, smoked jalapeno, and shredded cheddar cheese. Mix until smooth and pipeable.

4. 04

   Slice the jalapeno cheddar sausage into ½ Inch Rounds.

5. 05

   Wrap each sausage round with a half slice of bacon to form a cup. Secure using toothpicks, crossing two under the bottom if needed for stability.

6. 06

   Pipe the jalapeno popper filling into each bacon cup. Add a toothpick on top if needed to secure.

7. 07

   Lightly season the outside of each pig shot with BBQ rub.

8. 08

   Place into a smoker at 325F and cook for 30-45 minutes, or until the bacon is fully rendered and the filling is warmed through and set.

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10. 09

    Remove from the smoker and serve hot.

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