Description
Air Fryer Jalapeño Poppers with Cream Cheese are the ultimate bite-sized delights, combining spicy jalapeños with creamy cheese filling and a crispy panko coating. Perfect for parties or cozy nights in, these poppers deliver flavor in every crunch. Easy to make and sure to impress, they are a must-try for any snack lover looking to add some zest to their gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 fresh jalapeños
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
- ½ cup bacon bits (cooked)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Olive oil spray
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice jalapeños in half lengthwise and remove seeds if desired.
- In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese, cheddar cheese, bacon bits, and garlic powder until well combined.
- Generously fill each jalapeño half with the cheese mixture.
- Coat the stuffed jalapeños in panko breadcrumbs and lightly spray with olive oil.
- Place them in a single layer in the air fryer basket and cook for 10-12 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving with ranch dressing or salsa.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg