Cheesy Avocado Bombs with Bacon Crunch

1.Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

2.Cut the avocados in half and remove the pits. Scoop out a little extra flesh to create a larger cavity for the filling.

3.In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded cheddar cheese, cream cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined and creamy.

4.Fold in the crumbled bacon and chopped chives into the cheese mixture until evenly distributed.

5.Spoon the cheesy mixture into each avocado half, filling them generously.

6.If using breadcrumbs, sprinkle them on top of the filled avocados for added crunch.

7.Place the stuffed avocados on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the tops are golden brown.

8.Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with additional chives if desired.