Description
These Tasty Keto Jalapeno Popper Bites are a delicious low-carb appetizer or snack that packs a spicy kick! Creamy, cheesy, and crispy, they are perfect for any party or gathering.
Ingredients
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Cheese Mixture:
- 8 ounces softened cream cheese
- 3 diced jalapenos
- 1/4 cup bacon bits
- 2 cups grated Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
Coating:
- 2 cups crushed pork rinds
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon heavy cream
Instructions
- Prepare the Cheese Mixture: In a large bowl, combine cream cheese, jalapenos, Monterey Jack cheese, bacon crumbles, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Preheat Air Fryer and Prepare Coating Ingredients: Preheat air fryer. Whisk eggs and heavy cream in a bowl. Place pork rind crumbs in another bowl.
- Form and Coat the Cheese Bites: Scoop cheese mixture into balls. Dip in egg mixture, then coat with pork rind crumbs. Place on baking tray.
- Air Fry the Cheese Bites: Spray air fryer basket, place coated cheese bites inside without touching. Air fry at 400°F for 12 minutes.
- Cool and Serve: Allow cheese bites to cool in the air fryer before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Fry
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Keto Jalapeno Popper Bites, Low Carb Appetizer, Air Fryer Recipe
