Description
Air fryer jalapeno poppers are the ultimate snack for spice lovers! Crispy on the outside and melty on the inside, these poppers are stuffed with a delightful mixture of cream cheese, cheddar, and optional bacon bits. Perfect for game days or cozy gatherings, they deliver an explosion of flavor that will have everyone coming back for more. Easy to prepare and quick to cook, these delicious bites promise to be a hit at your next event.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 fresh jalapenos
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup bacon bits (optional)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Halve the jalapenos lengthwise and remove seeds for less heat.
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, and bacon bits until well combined.
- Fill each jalapeno half generously with the mixture.
- Coat stuffed jalapenos in panko breadcrumbs.
- Arrange in the air fryer basket in a single layer and cook for 10-12 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve hot with ranch dressing or salsa.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 poppers (60g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg