Description
These Air Fryer Jalapeno Poppers are a delicious and easy appetizer perfect for parties or game day. Creamy, cheesy, and with a hint of spice, these poppers wrapped in crispy bacon are sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
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Jalapeno Poppers:
- 10 fresh jalapeño peppers
- 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Additional:
- 10 slices bacon (cut in half)
- toothpicks for securing if needed
Instructions
- Slice and Prep: Slice jalapeños in half, remove seeds and membranes.
- Mix Cheese Filling: Combine cream cheese, cheddar, garlic powder, paprika, and salt until smooth.
- Fill Jalapeños: Fill each jalapeño half with the cheese mixture.
- Wrap with Bacon: Wrap each stuffed jalapeño with bacon half, secure with toothpicks.
- Air Fry: Preheat air fryer, place poppers in a single layer, air fry at 375°F for 10-12 minutes.
- Serve: Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For extra crunch, add breadcrumbs on top of the cheese filling before wrapping with bacon.
- Serve with ranch or your favorite dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 poppers
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
