Texas Twinkies

Directions

1. Place jalapeños in a wire rack and smoke at 275°F for 30 minutes. This softens them slightly, making them easier to clean and stuff.

2. While the peppers smoke, place both cream cheese blocks on the smoker. Sprinkle with Outlaw Seasoning and smoke until soft and lightly golden, about 30 minutes.

3. In a large bowl, combine the smoked cream cheese, shredded cheese, chopped brisket, and Hatch Chili & Cheddar Seasoning. Stir until evenly mixed. Add diced pickled jalapeños if you like extra spice.

4. Slice each jalapeño lengthwise, keeping one side intact if possible. Use a small spoon to remove seeds and membranes. Fill generously with the brisket-cheese mixture.
5. Wrap each stuffed jalapeño with a slice of bacon. Stretch the bacon slightly so it covers the pepper without being too tight. Return the peppers to the wire rack.

6. Lower smoker temperature to 250°F and smoke for 1 to 1½ hours, until the bacon is rendered and nearly crispy.

7. Brush each Twinkie with your favorite BBQ sauce. Return to the smoker for 15–20 minutes to let the glaze set.

8. Let the Twinkies cool slightly before serving. Each bite delivers smoky cheese, tender brisket, and crisp bacon with a sweet BBQ finish.