Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.

Par Cook Bacon: Line a sheet pan with foil and lay bacon on top. Bake for 20 minutes. Remove from oven and place bacon on a paper towel-lined plate. Discard grease and foil from tray.

Prep Jalapeños: Slice the jalapeños in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and ribs.

Make Filling: In a medium bowl combine cream cheese, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt and pepper.

Assemble: Spoon a small scoop of filling mixture into each jalapeño half, filling it just to the top (don’t over-stuff). Wrap bacon around each jalapeño, and secure with a toothpick.

Cook: Line baking sheet with foil and place a wire cooling rack on top. Arrange poppers on tray and bake for about 20 minutes or until bacon is crispy. Serve immediately.