Cheese-Stuffed Jalapeño Bacon Bites

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-20 · Updated 2026-06-20

A spicy and savory keto snack featuring jalapeños stuffed with cream cheese, wrapped in crispy bacon. This American-inspired keto recipe (low carb), ready in about 35 minutes, pairs jalapeño peppers, cream cheese, cheddar cheese for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 95 calories and feeds 12, 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 and seeded jalapeño peppers
• 8 oz softened cream cheese
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 12 slices, cut in half bacon slices
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 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 medium bowl, combine 8 oz softened cream cheese, 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp paprika, and 1/4 tsp black pepper; mix until smooth.
3. Step 3: Stuff each of the 12 halved and seeded jalapeño peppers evenly with the cheese mixture.
4. Step 4: Wrap each stuffed jalapeño half with a half slice of bacon, securing with a toothpick if needed.
5. Step 5: Place bacon-wrapped jalapeños 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 enjoy a spicy, creamy, and crispy keto-friendly snack.