Keto-Friendly Jalapeño Bites

Appetizer

Looking for a Keto-friendly appetizer that everyone will love? These 7-ingredient Jalapeño Bites, are super flavorful and a sure crowd pleaser! 

Ingredients

1 Package of Beef Smoked Sausage or Polish Kielbasa

1 Package Thick Cut, Smoked Bacon

1 Block Cream Cheese

1 Fresh Jalapeño, vein & seeds removed

1, 8 oz package of Jalapeño Cheddar Cheese

1 Shallot, minced

Smoked Paprika for Sprinkling 

Directions

Cut the sausage in to 1/2 inch slices or disks.

Cut 1lb of thick sliced bacon in half.

Roll 1 slice of sausage in a half of a piece of bacon and secure with a toothpick. Making a fillable cup. Repeat.

In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese, shredded Jalapeño Cheddar Cheese, jalapeño and shallot.

Fill each sausage/bacon cup with the cream cheese mixture. Sprinkle smoked paprika over the tops of the cheese-filled cups.

Air fry at 390° for 15 minutes or until cooked through and crispy. Or, bake in a regular oven on a parchment-lined pan at 400° for 20 minutes.

PREP TIME: 10 minutes

COOK TIME: 15-20 minutes

SERVINGS: 30 Bites