Stuffed Jalapenos

A row of stuffed jalapeño poppers filled with melted cheese lines a white rectangular plate.

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: American

Keyword: gluten free low carb recipes, Healthy appetiser, Jalapeno recipes

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 25

Total Time: 40

Servings: Jalapenos

Calories: 76kcal

Author: Angela Coleby

Cream cheese stuffed jalapeños make a perfect keto-friendly snack or appetizer. These spicy peppers are filled with a creamy blend of seasoned cream cheese, then baked until tender with a golden top. The combination of the rich, cheesy filling and the heat of the jalapeño offers a delicious, flavorful bite-sized treat that's ideal for any occasion.

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Ingredients

10 Jalapeno Peppers halved lengthwise stems, seeds and membranes removed
6 oz cream cheese
1 oz Monterey Jack cheese or cheese of your choice
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 180C/350F degrees. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, xix the cream cheese, garlic and onion powder together.
Spread the cream cheese mixture into the jalapenos.
Cut the Montery Jack cheese into slices and place on top of the jalapenos.

Oven Baked

Place the stuffed jalapenos on the prepared baking sheet and bake in the oven for 25 minutes until the top of the cheese is golden.

Air Fryer

Place the prepared stuffed jalapenos in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
Cook the stuffed jalapenos at 180C/350F degrees for 6 to 8 minutes until golden on top.
Eat and enjoy!

Notes

Makes 20 Jalapeno halves

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