Keto Jalapeño Poppers

A keto-friendly twist on the classic jalapeño popper, made with a creamy filling of cream cheese, cheddar cheese, onion, and cilantro, and coated in a crunchy crust of crushed pork rinds.

The jalapeño popper is a classic party appetizer that is typically made with a filling of cream cheese, cheddar cheese, and jalapeños, and then coated in bread crumbs and fried. This keto-friendly version of the jalapeño popper uses a filling of cream cheese, cheddar cheese, onion, and cilantro, and is coated in a crust of crushed pork rinds. The result is a delicious and satisfying appetizer that is also low in carbs.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 20 | Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 6 jalapeños, halved and seeded
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 4 ounces cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1/4 cup chopped onion
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 cup pork rinds, crushed

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
3. In a medium bowl, combine the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, onion, cilantro, salt, and pepper.
4. Stuff the jalapeño halves with the cream cheese mixture.
5. Place the jalapeños on the prepared baking sheet.
6. In a shallow bowl, combine the pork rinds and bread crumbs.
7. Roll the jalapeños in the pork rind mixture to coat.
8. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the jalapeños are softened and the filling is bubbly.

Why It Works

• The cream cheese and cheddar cheese filling is rich and flavorful, and the onion and cilantro add a nice pop of freshness.
• The crushed pork rinds provide a crunchy crust that is both flavorful and low in carbs.
• Baking the jalapeño poppers instead of frying them results in a healthier appetizer that is still just as delicious.