Make delicious, bacon-wrapped jalapeño poppers in an air fryer! An air fryer makes perfectly crispy bacon in minutes. This keto recipe will make your mouth water.
Carbs in bacon wrapped jalapeño poppers - 1g
Jalapeño poppers wrapped in bacon are the perfect keto party food. These are a huge hit with friends and family. They are a great finger food to serve on game day or at your next party.
Though a bit on the spicy side, the jalapeño peppers in this recipe are tamed by removing the ribs and seeds before filling with cheese.
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Diet
Bacon-wrapped jalapeño poppers are a keto-friendly, low-carb appetizer at only 1 gram of carbs per popper.
See the nutrition facts label in the recipe card below.
Ingredients
- jalapeño peppers
- bacon 🥓
Use bacon with no added sugar, to avoid a rise in blood glucose. Thick cut bacon or thinly sliced bacon will both work. There is no need for cooking spray. - cream cheese
The cream cheese filling is very basic. It is just cream cheese and shredded cheese. - cheese
Cheddar cheese, Colby and Monterey Jack are all good choices for jalapeño poppers. - chili powder
See recipe card for quantities.
Optional ingredients
- garlic powder
- onion powder
- green onions
Equipment
- air fryer oven
An air fryer makes cooking easier. For a smaller air fryer, reduce the number of jalapeño halves placed in the air fryer basket. If you don't have an air fryer, you can place these in the oven, under the broiler, or on a grill. - knife
- cutting board
- tongs for handling jalapeño halves
Instructions
Here's how to make bacon wrapped air fryer jalapeño poppers.
Step 1: Slice jalapeños in half lengthwise. Remove seeds and ribs with a spoon.
Step 2: Stuff pepper halves with cream cheese and cheddar cheese.
Step 3: Cut bacon in half. Wrap the stuffed jalapeños with bacon slices.
Step 4: Arrange stuffed jalapeños halves in the air fryer basket. Air fry jalapeño poppers at 400°F for 15 minutes.
Substitutions
- If you don't eat pork, you can use turkey bacon.
Serving suggestions
Serve bacon wrapped jalapeño poppers with a squeeze of fresh lime juice and cool sour cream for dipping.
Storage
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat by air frying for 1-2 minutes.
These poppers can be assembled ahead of time. Air fry right before serving.
Top tips
- Wash your hands after handling spicy foods like jalapeños, or wear gloves.
- Reduce cook time for less crispy bacon.
- Use bacon with no sugar added.
Frequently asked questions
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Air fryer bacon wrapped jalapeño poppers recipe card
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 10 poppers 1x
- Diet: Diabetic
Description
Make delicious, bacon-wrapped jalapeño poppers in an air fryer! An air fryer makes perfectly crispy bacon in minutes. This keto recipe will make your mouth water.
Ingredients
- 5 jalapeño peppers
- 5 slices bacon, no sugar added
- ¼ cup cream cheese, softened at room temperature
- ¼ cup shredded cheese (Cheddar, Colby or Monterey Jack)
- ¼ teaspoon chili powder
Instructions
- Slice jalapeños in half lengthwise.
- Use a spoon to scoop out seeds and pulp.
- Spread cream cheese into each pepper half.
- Press a big pinch of shredded cheese into cream cheese.
- Cut bacon strips in half.
- Wrap each pepper half in bacon, covering the cheese.
- Sprinkle with chili powder.
- Arrange peppers in the air fryer basket. Leave room for air to circulate.
- Air fry at 400°F for 15 minutes.
- Use tongs to transfer hot jalapeños poppers to a serving plate.
Notes
- Wash your hands after handling spicy foods like jalapeños, or wear gloves.
- Use tongs to transfer hot bacon-wrapped poppers from air fryer to a serving plate.
- Reduce cook time for less crispy bacon.
- Use bacon with no sugar added.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air fryer
- Cuisine: American
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