These Low Carb Creamy Bacon Cheddar Celery Boats are one of those throw-together party snacks that somehow always steal the show. They remind me of the old-school cream cheese–stuffed celery I grew up with in the Midwest, but this version gets a little upgrade with crispy bacon, sharp cheddar, and a few simple seasonings. The best part is that you whip up one creamy mixture in a single bowl, then stuff all your celery sticks at once—perfect for busy days when you’re juggling work, kids, or just trying to get the house ready before guests arrive. They’re crunchy, salty, creamy, and totally satisfying without loading up on carbs.
Serve these celery boats chilled on a platter alongside other easy finger foods like deviled eggs, cheese cubes, or a simple veggie tray with ranch. They pair really well with sparkling water, light beer, or a crisp white wine. If you’re making a casual weeknight spread, you can serve them next to grilled chicken or burgers as a fresh, crunchy side. For meal prep, line them up in a glass dish, cover, and keep in the fridge for grab-and-go snacks all week.
Low Carb Creamy Bacon Cheddar Celery Boats
Servings: 6
Ingredients
8–10 large celery stalks, trimmed and cut into 3-inch sticks
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/3 cup sour cream
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
4 slices bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled
2 tbsp finely chopped green onion (or chives)
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp onion powder
1/4 tsp smoked paprika (optional but recommended)
1/4 tsp kosher salt, or to taste
1/8 tsp black pepper, or to taste
Directions
Prep the celery: Rinse the celery stalks and pat them dry very well with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels. Trim off the ends and cut each stalk into 3-inch sticks. If any stalks are especially wide, you can slice them in half lengthwise to make more manageable boats. Arrange the celery sticks, hollow-side up, in a glass baking dish or serving dish so they’re ready to fill.
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