Paleo Jalapeno Poppers wrapped in bacon (Baking and Grilling methods)

These paleo jalapeno poppers are stuffed with a mixture of Kite Hill almond cream cheese, Primal Kitchen mayo, wrapped with sugar free bacon and sprinkled with sugar free BBQ rub. A perfect appetizer for parties and a tasty side dish to pair with a juicy steak or chicken breast. Grill or bake! You will love these jalapeno poppers so much that you might just make them every chance you can get!

Hey guys. How’s it going? IT’S ALMOST 2019! I know you’re gonna party like an animal on New Years Eve so you’ll probably be hungry. Hunger problem solved: make these paleo jalapeno poppers!

These paleo jalapeno poppers are one of Ken and I’s favorite appetizers to make. First and foremost, they’re low carb and they taste incredible. Secondly, they are super easy to make. Finally, they are so versatile – sometimes we enjoy them as an appetizer and sometime as a side dish!

Cooking Paleo Jalapeno Poppers

There are two tried and true methods for cooking jalapeno poppers:

1. Baking in an oven – 400 degrees, 20-25 minutes or until bacon is crispy.
2. Grilling on a gas or charcoal grill – 200-250 degrees, indirect heat, 30-40 minutes or until bacon is crispy. For extra flavor when using a charcoal grill, add a chunk of hickory or applewood to the grill, directly onto the coals. We have a Big Green Egg and when we cook on that, sometimes the temp gets up to around 300. We adjust cooking time accordingly. We basically eyeball it when cooking on whichever grill we use.

We usually grill our jalapeno poppers but sometimes I bake them in the oven, like when it’s raining. 

Tips for making Paleo Jalapeno Poppers

1. Slice the jalapenos lengthwise. Do not cut off the tops – leaving the tops helps keep the almond cream cheese inside the jalapeno during cooking.
2. Remove all of the membranes and seeds to cut back on the heat. 
3. After removing the membranes and seeds, rinse the jalapenos under cold water. This helps cut down on heat. 
4. Add herbs such as chives or green onion to the almond cream cheese.
5. Try taco seasoning in place of the BBQ rub. 

Paleo Jalapeno Poppers (wrapped in bacon)

Yield: 12 jalapenos / 4 servings

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes

Total Time: 45 minutes

These paleo jalapeno poppers are stuffed with a mixture of Kite Hill almond cream cheese, Primal Kitchen mayo, wrapped with sugar free bacon and sprinkled with sugar free BBQ rub. A perfect appetizer for parties and a tasty side dish to pair with a juicy steak or chicken breast. You will love these jalapeno poppers so much that you might just make them every chance you can get!

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Ingredients

• 6 medium sized jalapenos
• 4 oz Kite Hill Almond Cream Cheese
• 2 tbsp Primal Kitchen Mayo (any flavor works, Chipotle is awesome)
• 6 slices of sugar free bacon, such as Maverick Ranch
• 1-2 tbsp of sugar free BBQ rub (I use this one from Low Carb Yum)
• Fresh herbs such as chives or green onion, if desired

Instructions

1. Slice the jalapenos lengthwise. Remove the membranes and seeds (use a paring knife). Rinse in cold water. DO NOT remove the stem end.
2. Mix the cream cheese and may together. Mix in any desired herbs or green onions.
3. Spread the cream cheese mixture into the jalapenos. Use about 2 tsp per jalapeno and add more to the jalapenos if any is leftover.
4. Slice the bacon in half width wise so you end up with 12 pieces of bacon.
5. Wrap each jalapeno with the bacon - center the jalapeno over the bacon and fold the ends of the bacon up.
6. Sprinkle the tops of the bacon wrapped jalapenos with desired amount of BBQ rub.
7. For Baking: Place on a parchment or foil lined baking sheet and bake at 400 for 20-25 minutes. For Grilling: place over indirect heat on a grill heated to 250 degrees (can place on a grill pan or directly on the grill). Grill for 30-40 minutes or until the bacon is crispy.
8. Remove from the oven or the grill and allow to cool for about 5 minutes.
9. Enjoy.

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Nutrition Information:

Yield: 4 Serving Size: 3 jalapenos
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 216 Total Fat: 22g Saturated Fat: 4g Cholesterol: 25mg Sodium: 391mg Carbohydrates: 2g Fiber: 1g Sugar: 1g Protein: 4g