Description
Air fryer jalapeño poppers are the ultimate game-day snack, offering a crispy exterior and creamy, cheesy filling that packs a flavorful punch. Perfect for any gathering!
Ingredients
- Fresh jalapeños
- Cream cheese
- Shredded cheddar cheese
- Bacon bits
- Panko breadcrumbs
- Garlic powder
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice jalapeños in half lengthwise and remove seeds for less heat.
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, cheddar cheese, bacon bits, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Generously fill each jalapeño half with the cheese mixture.
- Top with panko breadcrumbs for extra crunch.
- Arrange stuffed jalapeños in a single layer in the air fryer and cook for 10-12 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving with ranch or blue cheese dressing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 popper (30g)
- Calories: 96
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Customize your filling by adding spices like cumin or swapping cream cheese for goat cheese. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat in the air fryer at 350°F for about five minutes.