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These baked Jalapeno Poppers are creamy, crispy, delicious, and keto-friendly. They are stuffed with an irresistible cream cheese stuffing, bursting with flavor and so easy to make. They will be the perfect crowd-pleasing appetizer for any occasion.
You may also like my cranberry salsa or my bell pepper nachos.
Looking for a simple Jalapeno Poppers recipe that’s baked, keto-friendly, and stuffed with cream cheese? Look no further. Try this Jalapeno poppers recipe soon and it will be such a winner.
You can also grill these or roast them in the oven. I used full-fat cheese for this recipe because I had KETO in mind. But you can use fat-free cheese if you like to cut down on the fat and calories. Serve them as a side with my Chicken Al Pastor recipe. Yummy!
Recipe Summary
- Perfect finger food recipe for parties and get togethers.
- Easy to make and ready in no time.
- They are so good and addicting. Wow 🤩
Ingredients you will need
Below is a list of ingredients you will need. Full measurements are listed further down in the recipe card.
- Jalapeños: Use fresh, deseeded
- Cream cheese, at room temperature: full-fat or light
- Shredded cheddar cheese: full-fat or light
- Everything bagel seasoning
- Smoked paprika
- Finely chopped parsley or chives
How to make Jalapeno Poppers
- Preheat the oven to 425ºF.
Step 1: Slice the jalapeños in half lengthwise and then use a teaspoon to scoop out the seeds together with white ribs and discard.
Step 2: In a medium bowl, combine the cream cheese, cheddar, and seasonings.
Step 3: Stuff your jalapeno halves with this mixture and place them in a lined sheet pan. Before baking, if you like you can sprinkle some bread crumbs over each one.
Step 4: Bake for 8-10 minutes, until the cheese is melted and golden on top. Garnish with chopped parsley or chives.
Recipe notes
- I recommend wearing gloves when working with Jalapenos.
- You may dip each jalapeno popper, cheese filling face down if you prefer a bit of crunch. If topping with breadcrumbs, spray each one with cooking oil spray.
- I do not eat bacon. But you can cook bacon bits on the side and add them in with the cheese-filling mix.
Frequently asked questions
As mentioned above, the chemical in the jalapeno that gives it heat is called capsaicin. If your jalapenos are not hot enough then that would be because it was picked too early and didn’t mature enough to get the right amount of capsaicin to build up.
Many make jalapeno poppers differently but they are generally made by hollowing out the jalapenos and then they are stuffed with a mixture of cream cheese, spices, and sometimes ground meat, and then breaded. They are then either deep-fried, air fried, or baked.
Most people will dip them with some sort of creamy dip like Ranch. You can dip them in marinara sauce or even ketchup.
How to make in an air fryer
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F.
- One you fill the jalapeno halves with the cheese-filling mix, its time to add to the air fryer.
- Place the poppers in the air fryer basket, leaving some space between each one. Air fry at 375°F for 6-10 minutes or until they are golden brown.
- Let them cool for a few minutes before handling.
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Baked Jalapeno Poppers
Ingredients
- 10 jalapeños
- 6 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 1/2 teaspoon everything bagel seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoons finely chopped parsley or chives
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425ºF.
- Slice the 10 jalapeños in half lengthwise and then use a teaspoon to scoop out the seeds together with white ribs and discard.
- In a medium bowl, combine the 6 ounces cream cheese, 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese, and seasonings (1 1/2 teaspoon everything bagel seasoning and 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika)
- Stuff your jalapeno halves with this mixture, and place them in a lined sheet pan.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, until the cheese is melted and golden on top.
- Garnish with 2 teaspoons finely chopped parsley or chives or chives
Notes
- Use lite cream cheese if you like.
- You can also use the air-fryer instead of baking them.
- For a crunchy cheese topping, dip it in some breadcrumbs.
- Serving size: 4 sliced jalapeno poppers.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
