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Keto Jalapeño Popper Cornbread Recipe

Keto Jalapeño Popper Cornbread is a cheesy, spicy, low-carb side dish perfect for the keto diet. Made with almond flour, cream cheese, cheddar, and jalapeños, this recipe is easy to make and packed with flavor. Great for BBQs, chili, or as a quick snack!

Ingredients

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  • Dry Ingredients:
    • 1 ½ cups almond flour
    • 2 tsp baking powder
    • ¼ tsp xanthan gum (optional)
    • ½ tsp garlic powder
    • ½ tsp onion powder
    • ½ tsp salt
  • Wet Ingredients:
    • 3 large eggs
    • ¼ cup sour cream
    • 4 tbsp melted butter
    • 2 tbsp heavy cream (adjust as needed)
  • Mix-Ins:
    • 4 oz cream cheese, cubed
    • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
    • 23 jalapeños, finely diced
    • 2 slices cooked bacon, crumbled (optional)
  • Topping:
    • Sliced jalapeños
    • Extra cheddar cheese
    • Bacon crumbles

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
  • In a bowl, whisk together almond flour, baking powder, xanthan gum, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt.
  • In another bowl, whisk eggs, sour cream, melted butter, and heavy cream. Combine with dry ingredients until just mixed. Adjust thickness with more heavy cream if needed.
  • Gently fold in cream cheese cubes, shredded cheddar, diced jalapeños, and bacon.
  • Pour batter into the baking dish. Top with extra cheddar, sliced jalapeños, and bacon.
  • Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Let rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Adjust jalapeños based on your spice tolerance.
  • Use a cast-iron skillet for crispier edges.
  • To make muffins, divide batter into a greased muffin tin and bake for 15–18 minutes.
  • Leftovers can be frozen for up to 3 months.

Please note: The recipe or ingredients shown in the video might vary slightly from what’s listed here. Use the video as an illustration, but for the best results, you might want to stick to the recipe provided in this article.

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