Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeño Fat Bombs

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Spicy jalapeños stuffed with cream cheese and cheddar, wrapped in smoky bacon for a perfect keto snack. This recipe (keto, low carb), ready in about 35 minutes, turns jalapeño peppers, cream cheese, sharp cheddar cheese into a satisfying snack for between meals, packed lunches, or game-day spreads — minimal active time and easy to scale up for a crowd. Each serving lands at about 110 calories and feeds 12, so it fits into lunchboxes, road trips, or an afternoon-energy gap without derailing the day. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 25 min Serves 12 110 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. In a bowl, mix 8 oz softened cream cheese, 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until fully combined and smooth.
  2. Step 2: Fill each of the 12 halved and seeded jalapeño peppers with about 1 tbsp of the cheese mixture, mounding slightly.
  3. Step 3: Wrap each stuffed jalapeño half with a half slice of bacon, securing with a toothpick if necessary.
  4. Step 4: Place wrapped jalapeños on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 20-25 minutes until bacon is crispy and cheese is bubbly.
  5. Step 5: Let cool for 5 minutes before serving to enjoy the blend of creamy, spicy, and smoky flavors.

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