Keto Jalapeno Popper Bites Recipes

KETO JALAPENO POPPERS

Steps:

• Slice jalapenos in half length-wise. Carefully scrape out the seeds and membranes with a spoon and discard. See note.
• Add the cream cheese, cheddar, garlic powder, and onion powder to a small bowl and stir well to combine.
• Spoon the cheese evenly between the jalapenos.
• Cut the bacon slices in half and wrap each jalapeno with a half slice of bacon.
• Turn air fryer to 390 degrees and let heat for 2 minutes.
• Carefully add the jalapenos to the basket of the air fryer in a single layer with space between each. Work in batches if your air fryer will not fit all 8 halves at once.
• Air fry for 10 minutes or until bacon is as crisp as you'd like.
• Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
• Place prepared jalapenos on a rimmed baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes or until bacon is as crisp as you'd like.

KETO JALAPEñO POPPERS

Steps:

• In a skillet over medium heat, fry the bacon until crispy. Set aside on a paper towel-lined plate to cool. When cool enough to handle, chop the bacon into bits.
• Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
• Slice the jalapeño peppers in half lengthwise (Optional: If you would like to remove the stems, first cut the stem end off the jalapeños before slicing in half). Use a spoon to scrape out the seeds and membranes. (If you prefer spicy food, feel free to incorporate the jalapeño seeds and membranes into the cheese sauce instead of discarding them.)
• In a medium-sized bowl, use a fork to combine the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, and bacon bits. Spoon some of the mixture into each jalapeño half and set the peppers cheese side up on the lined baking sheet. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, until the cheese is melted and slightly crisp on top.

KETO JALAPENO POPPERS

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 375 degrees and line baking sheet with parchment paper.
• Place bacon slices on paper towel-lined plate and microwave for 3 minutes. Set aside to slightly cool.
• In a medium bowl, add cream cheese, shredded sharp cheddar, salt, and pepper and microwave for 15 seconds. Stir together.
• Carefully scoop cream cheese mixture into plastic baggie. With a scissors, snip off corner of baggie and pipe contents into jalapenos.
• Wrap bacon slices around jalapenos and pin with toothpick.
• Place jalapenos on prepared baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes.
• Increase oven heat to broil and broil for 2-3 minutes, watching to ensure cream cheese does not burn.
• Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly before eating.

KETO JALAPENO POPPER BITES

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
• For the outer dough layer: combine the mozzarella cheese with the cream cheese in a medium microwave-safe bowl. Heat in the microwave for 30-second intervals until the cheeses are melted and combine easily. Then, add in the almond flour, baking powder, and egg. Stir until well combined.
• Divide the dough into 20 equal portions. About 1.5 tablespoons per portion.
• With wet hands, flatten a piece of dough, then place about 1 tsp of cream cheese, some of the diced jalapenos, and some of the bacon crumbles into the center of the dough. Gently wrap the dough around the filling and pinch the open ends together to seal. Place the pinched together side down on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining dough pieces.
• Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the dough is cooked through and golden brown. Serve immediately or read the post above for storage/freezing instructions.