burgers.and.bikinis
Jun 20, 20181 min
Updated: Dec 12, 2019
Jalapeno poppers are so easy to make and incredibly versatile for keto and non-keto eaters alike. Make them for your next potluck, game-day party, even as a snack or side dish. With perfect keto macros, jalapeno poppers are sure to become your new favorite recipe.
Total time: 30 minutes
Servings: 5
Macros for 2:
Calories: 225
Fat: 19g
Total carbs: 5g
Net carbs: 3g
Protein: 8g
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5 jalapenos
5 oz cream cheese, softened
5 slices of thick cut bacon
¼ c cheddar cheese
¼ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
Pinch of ground red pepper
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Preheat your oven to 400F.
Cut jalapenos in half lengthwise and remove the stems.
Remove the membranes with a spoon, save about a tsp of the membrane (optional).
Finely chop the reserved membrane and put it in a medium size mixing bowl.
Add your cream cheese, cheddar cheese, red pepper, black pepper, and salt to the bowl, combine with a fork.
Fill each jalapeno halve with cream cheese mixture.
Cut bacon slices in half. Wrap each jalapeno with a ½ piece of bacon, secure with toothpick.
Place jalapenos on a tin foil lined baking sheet. Bake at 400F for 20-25 minutes.
Enjoy!