Stuffed Jalapeño Bites
Stuffed Jalapeño Bites are a popular appetizer featuring halved jalapeño peppers filled with a creamy cheese mixture, often wrapped in bacon or breaded and baked or fried. They typically include cream cheese, cheddar, and sometimes spices or meats like sausage. This dish is a staple of Tex-Mex and American bar food culture.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is generally high in fat and protein due to the cheese and bacon, with moderate carbs if breaded. A serving of two bites can provide around 150-250 calories, along with calcium from the dairy and capsaicin from the peppers.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 320 kcal |
| Protein | 14 g |
| Carbs | 18 g |
| Fat | 22 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 4 g |
| Sodium | 680 mg |
| Potassium | 210 mg |
| Calcium | 150 mg |
| Iron | 1.2 mg |
| Vitamin A | 450 IU |
| Vitamin C | 25 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.5 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 180 mg |
| Magnesium | 20 mg |
Per 6 pieces (150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The combination of spicy, creamy, and savory elements makes it a beloved party food that balances heat with richness. Nutritionally, capsaicin in jalapeños is known for its metabolism-boosting properties, though the high-fat ingredients often dominate the profile.
