Crispy Keto Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers Easy Homemade Recipe
These crispy keto bacon-wrapped jalapeño poppers combine smoky bacon with a creamy, cheesy, and spicy filling for a quick and satisfying low-carb snack or appetizer.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 fresh medium-sized jalapeño peppers, sliced in half lengthwise and seeded
- 12 slices thin-cut bacon
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened to room temperature
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese (about 4 ounces)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley or chives, finely chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
- Slice each jalapeño pepper in half lengthwise and carefully remove the seeds and membranes. Pat the halves dry.
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, shredded sharp cheddar, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and freshly ground black pepper. Mix until smooth and well incorporated.
- Spoon the cheese filling into each jalapeño half generously but without overflowing.
- Wrap each stuffed jalapeño half with a slice of bacon, securing the bacon by tucking the end under the popper or using a toothpick if needed.
- Arrange the poppers on the baking sheet or wire rack, spacing them slightly apart.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, checking around 18 minutes for bacon crispness. The goal is crisp bacon and bubbling cheese.
- Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes to allow the cheese to set slightly.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley or chives before serving.
Notes
For extra crispness, broil for 1-2 minutes at the end but watch carefully to avoid burning. The filling can be made a day ahead and refrigerated. Use gloves when handling jalapeños to avoid irritation. Thin-cut bacon crisps faster and wraps easier. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat in a 350°F oven for 10 minutes to revive crispness. Avoid microwaving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 popper
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 300
- Fat: 8.5
- Saturated Fat: 3.5
- Carbohydrates: 2
- Fiber: 0.5
- Protein: 4.5
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