Cheddar-Stuffed Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeño Bites

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-06 · Updated 2026-07-06

Spicy jalapeño halves filled with rich cheddar cheese and wrapped in crispy bacon for a smoky, savory keto-friendly appetizer. This American-inspired keto recipe (low-carb), ready in about 35 minutes, pairs jalapeños, cheddar cheese, bacon strips for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 150 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. 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.

Ingredients

• 12 medium, halved lengthwise and seeded jalapeños
• 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheddar cheese
• 6 strips, cut in half bacon strips
• 2 tbsp softened cream cheese
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/4 tsp paprika
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Step 2: In a bowl, mix 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar, 2 tbsp softened cream cheese, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/4 tsp paprika, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until well combined.
3. Step 3: Stuff each of the 12 halved and seeded jalapeños evenly with the cheese mixture.
4. Step 4: Wrap each stuffed jalapeño half with a half strip of bacon, securing with a toothpick if needed.
5. Step 5: Arrange the bacon-wrapped jalapeño bites on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until bacon is crispy and cheese is bubbly.
6. Step 6: Let cool for 5 minutes before serving to allow cheese to set slightly.