These delicious Keto Jalapeño Poppers are my favorite keto appetizer. They’re perfect for Sunday night football, cookouts, or gatherings. These poppers are quick and easy to make with only 5 simple ingredients! Just be sure to make a few batches if you’re having company over, because they go quickly!
Start by frying the bacon until crispy in a skillet over medium heat. Set aside the bacon on a paper towel–lined plate to cool. When cool enough to handle, chop the bacon into bits. If you’re in a time crunch, a shortcut is to use pre-cooked bacon bits/pieces. If you have the time though, definitely fry the bacon. There’s something about the just cooked bacon that really adds to the poppers’ flavors.
Next, slice the jalapeño peppers in half lengthwise. If you would like to remove the stems, cut the stem end off the jalapeños before slicing in half. Use a spoon to scrape out the seeds and membranes. Do you like spicy foods? If you are a fan of spicy foods, you can incorporate the jalapeño seeds and membranes into the cheese sauce instead of discarding them. If you prefer a mild flavor, discard the seeds and membranes.
In a medium-sized bowl, use a fork to combine the softened cream cheese, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, and bacon bits. Spoon some of the mixture into each jalapeño half. 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. Now it’s time to enjoy all the flavors found in these keto jalapeño poppers!
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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.
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Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
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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.)
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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.
You can find more delicious, crowd pleasing appetizer recipes here. Let me know which ones are your favorites!
Suzanne
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