Description
These Tasty Keto Jalapeno Popper Bites are a low-carb, spicy, and cheesy appetizer that’s perfect for any gathering. With a crispy coating and a creamy, flavorful filling, these popper bites will be a hit with your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
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 bits, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Preheat Air Fryer and Prepare Coating Ingredients: Preheat the Air Fryer to 400°F. Whisk eggs and heavy cream in one bowl. Place pork rind crumbs in another bowl.
- Form and Coat the Cheese Bites: Scoop out cheese mixture, form balls, dip in egg mixture, and coat with pork rind crumbs. Place on a baking tray.
- Air Fry the Cheese Bites: Spray air fryer basket, place coated cheese bites inside, and air fry at 400°F for 12 minutes.
- Cool and Serve: Let the cheese bites cool in the air fryer before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Fry
- Cuisine: Keto
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 popper bite
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: Keto, Jalapeno, Popper Bites, Air Fryer, Low Carb, Appetizer, Cheesy
