Keto Jalapeño Popper Burgers are the ultimate low carb dinner! Juicy burgers are loaded with creamy jalapeño popper filling and served on crispy chaffle buns!
How do you make Jalapeno Popper Burgers?
First, make the jalapeño popper filling by combining a freshly seeded and chopped jalapeño with cream cheese and shredded cheese. Divide the filling into three equal portions and set aside.
To make the best juicy burger I recommend an 80/20 cut of ground beef. This ensures the burger is loaded with flavor and never dry. You will also need Worcestershire sauce, minced garlic, salt and pepper.Simply combine the meat, sauce, garlic, salt and pepper in a mixing bowl and combine with your hands, being sure that you really work in the seasonings evenly.
Split the mixture into 6 equal, thin patties about 1/4 inch thick. Spread the filling over the center of one burger patty, top it with the other patty and press the edges to seal. Season the outside of the burger with salt and pepper.
How do I keep the filling from coming out?
There are two things you can do to prevent the filling from coming out. First, be sure the filling does not go to the edges of the burger, it needs to be in the center of the patty. Check out the step by step photos for clarity.
Secondly, pop the burger in the freezer for about 20 minutes before cooking. It will help help everything stay stable as it cooks.
What temperature should a burger be cooked to?
Always use a meat thermometer. The USDA recommends an internal temperature of 160 degrees F for ground beef. This is the temperature that should destroy any bacteria that could be harmful.
How do I know when a burger is done?
Ultimately, all of my recipe times are to be used as guidelines. The exact cooking time will depend on how you like your burger, the type of equipment you are cooking on, how hot your grill or oven heats things, and how thick your patty is. Be mindful to watch the burgers closely and remove them from the heat when they have reached your preferred temp.
How do you make a chaffle bun?
I use chaffles, also known as cheese waffles, for the buns. These are so quick and easy! You just need eggs, almond flour, cheese and baking powder. I prefer these to other types of keto bread for a bun because they are soft, fluffy and do not require much prep work.
To make a chaffle, combine the eggs, almond flour, shredded cheese and baking powder to make a thick batter. Add the batter to a preheated mini waffle maker and cook for 3 minutes, or until the steam stops.
Other Easy Dinner Ideas
- Easy Pizza Quesadilla
- Easy Keto Chicken Soup
- Easy Keto Taco Skillet
- Air Fryer Cheeseburger
- Bacon Cheeseburger Quesadillas
Keto Jalapeno Popper Burgers
Ingredients
Chaffle Buns
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup almond flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
For the Burgers
- 80/20 Ground Beef
- 1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Jalapeno Popper Filling
- 2 ounces cream cheese softened
- 1 fresh jalapeño seeded and chopped
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
For the Chaffle Buns
- Combine the eggs, shredded cheese, almond flour, baking powder in a mixing bowl until a thick batter forms.
- Heat a mini waffle maker according to the directions. Pour the batter in the waffle maker (a scant 1/4 cup) be sure not to overfill (recipe makes 6 waffles).
- Cook the waffles about 3 minutes, or until steam stops emitting.
For the Jalapeno Popper Filling
- Combine the cream cheese, chopped jalapeno and shredded cheese. Divide the filling into three equal portions and set aside.
For the Burgers
- Combine the ground beef, sauce, garlic, salt and pepper in a mixing bowl and combine with your hands, being sure that you really work in the seasonings evenly.
- Split the mixture into 6 equal, thin patties about 1/4 inch thick. Spread the filling over the center of one burger patty, top it with the other patty and press the edges to seal.
- Season the outside of the burger with salt and pepper.
How to Cook a Burger on the Grill:
- Heat a grill to high heat (400 degrees F). Place the prepared burger patties directly on clean, preheated grill grates.
- Cook 4 minutes, flip and cook an additional 3-4 minutes. Check the patty for your desired doneness, and remove from the grill.
How to Cook a Burger in a Skillet
- Heat a large cast iron skillet over medium high heat. When the skillet is hot add 1 tablespoon salted butter and tilt the pan so the butter covers the bottom of the pan.
- Add the prepared patties to the pan and cook 3-4 minutes, flip when the burger is nicely browned on the bottom. Cook an additional 2-3 minutes until it has reached your desired tenderness.
How to Cook a Burger in the Air Fryer
- Preheat the air fryer to 390 degrees. Add the burger patties to the preheated air fryer and fry 5 minutes, flip and fry an additional 5-6 minutes.
Sarah@Whole and Heavenly Oven says
Just GAHH! Best burger EVER right here! I am pretty much just drooling all over the place. I must try this!
Maebells says
Sarah you will love it!! 🙂
Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice says
I think my husband might’ve proposed to me on the spot too if I made these! Looks delicious, Annie! I love the addition of jalapeno poppers on top. Sounds so filling and full of flavor!
Maebells says
This is definitely “man food” isn’t it?! 🙂 Thanks so much Gayle!
Kathy+@+Olives+&+Garlic says
My husband will be in heaven when I make this for him. It looks really good.
Rachel @ Bakerita says
OMG how amazing do these burgers look! They look like a jalapeno popper lovers dream – and that shredded beef! So good.
Maebells says
Thanks Rachel! They were seriously so so good!
grandbabycakes says
My hubby would eat two of these in one sitting!
Maebells says
Mine did too! 🙂
Natalie+@+Tastes+Lovely says
Oh my GOSH Annie! How good does this sandwich look? I bet it had your husband proposing to you all over again. If I made this for my husband, he would definitely let me book those tickets to Hawaii I’ve been begging him for, haha! And jalapeno poppers right on top? Too good!
Maebells says
Do it Natalie!!! 🙂 I find a good meaty meal is generally the best way to persuade my husband to do something I want him to! hahaha!
Cate | Chez CateyLou says
Genius is right! What a great combo of flavors – this looks incredible. My husband would seriously love this!!
Andi @ The Weary Chef says
These are amazing, Annie. It’s a good thing we’re both married already or I might want to marry you! 😉
Maebells says
Hahaha! Andi your the best! 🙂
Melanie | Melanie Makes says
This burger looks insanely delicious, Annie – absolute genius!
Maebells says
Thanks Melanie!! 🙂 We loved it!
Ashley | The Recipe Rebel says
Such a great idea! LOVE 🙂
Maebells says
Thanks Ashley! 🙂
Kelley says
This really IS genius! My husband would absolutely love this recipe!
Maebells says
I bet he would Kelley! It is so good! 🙂
Nutmeg Nanny says
This sandwich looks out of control delicious! Love that jalapeno popper addition.
Maebells says
Thank you!! 🙂 Everything is better with a little spice!
Ginny McMeans says
I am in love with my slow cooker and you came up with a winning recipe!
Maebells says
Thanks Ginny!
Liz+@+Floating+Kitchen says
Welp, since I’m single maybe I should try out your sandwich. It couldn’t hurt, right? 🙂
Maebells says
Okay Liz, this made me laugh out loud! 🙂 Try it!! You never know! lol!
marcie says
It’s breakfast time and I want one of these! They look so amazing, Annie! 🙂
Maebells says
Thanks Marcie!! 🙂 They went over verrrrry well in our house!
Thalia+@+butter+and+brioche says
All that delicious shredded beef filling is definitely making my mouth water. These burgers look divine Annie!
Danielle says
Annie! I’m at a complete loss for words over these burgers. This is a genius idea! I’m going to make these the next chance I get, seriously! My husband will love me too I’m sure 😉
Jennifer S says
What kind of gluten free buns are these? they look awesome!
Maebells says
Hi Jennifer! They are Canyon Bakehouse and they are SO good! Definitely the best I have found!
Jess @ Flying on Jess Fuel says
Uhhh… jalapeno poppers ON TOP of a burger (or pulled beef) is pretty much the best idea EVER!! Love this! And I love that you made your own poppers! Yum!
Maebells says
I know right?! 🙂 I had been thinking of this for a while now and I was so happy with how it turned out!
pam (Sidewalk Shoes) says
This is just crazy!!! I love over-the-top burgers!
Maebells says
Thanks Pam! 🙂 I do too! They are way more fun than regular burgers!