Keto Ground Beef and Cheese Stuffed Jalapeños

Spice up your appetizer game with these Keto Ground Beef and Cheese Stuffed Jalapeños. Packed with savory ground beef, creamy cheese, and wrapped in a mildly spicy jalapeño, they're a perfect match for your low-carb lifestyle.

Course Appetizer

Cuisine Mexican

Keyword ground beef recipes, keto appetizer, keto jalapeños, low-carb snacks, stuffed jalapeños

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 20

Total Time 35

Servings people

Calories 320kcal

Equipment

Skillet
Mixing bowl
Baking sheet
Parchment paper

Ingredients

12 fresh jalapeños, halved and deseeded (approx. 1 lb / 450g)
1 lb ground beef (450g)
1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded (4 oz / 113g)
4 oz cream cheese, softened (113g)
¼ cup parmesan cheese, grated (1 oz / 28g)
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
½ tsp ground cumin
½ tsp paprika
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat and set aside to cool slightly.
In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked ground beef, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Fill each jalapeño half with the beef and cheese mixture, pressing gently to ensure it's well-packed.
Place the stuffed jalapeños on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the jalapeños are tender and the cheese is bubbly and slightly golden.
Remove from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

For a milder version, ensure all seeds and membranes are removed from the jalapeños. For an extra kick, top with a sprinkle of hot paprika before baking. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container and refrigerated for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave before serving.

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