Keto Jalapeño Poppers
These jalapeño poppers will become your new favorite keto-friendly appetizer. I make these every chance I get for parties. All my guests love them. A quick keto appetizer that has the perfect balance of salty, sweet, and spicy in every bite.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb jalapeño peppers about 16 large
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 12 slices bacon cut in half
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Slice the jalapeños in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and membranes for less heat.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, cheddar, mozzarella, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Fill each jalapeño half with the cheese mixture, smoothing the top.
- Wrap each stuffed jalapeño half with a half slice of bacon, securing with a toothpick.
- Arrange the jalapeño poppers on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes or until the bacon is crispy and the cheese is bubbly.
- Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm!
Notes
- Don’t overfill the peppers, and wrap the bacon securely around each pepper to help contain the cheese.
- Be sure to secure the bacon strips with a toothpick to ensure they don’t come unraveled.
- Choose jalapeños that are firm and similar in size to ensure even cooking.
- You can assemble the poppers and store them in the fridge for up to a day before baking. However, I recommend to bake them fresh for the best texture.
- Leftover poppers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat them in the oven or air fryer before serving.
- Freeze them unbaked on a baking sheet, then transfer them to a freezer-safe container. When ready to bake, cook from frozen at 400°F for 25-30 minutes.
Nutrition
Serving: 1popper | Calories: 591kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 53g | Saturated Fat: 24g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 18g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 120mg | Sodium: 908mg | Potassium: 576mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 2038IU | Vitamin C: 51mg | Calcium: 208mg | Iron: 1mg