Air fryer jalapeno poppers are the perfect mix of creamy, savory, spicy and just a bit crunchy. This smaller sized batch is perfect for snacking.
These stuffed jalapenos are filled with melty cheese and savory bacon. The panko bread crumbs add a little bit of crunch reminiscent of the fried version.
My family loves jalapeno poppers in all of their iterations. We all plant jalapenos for the expressed purpose of stuffing them.
Almost every weekend there is a different variety. The bacon wrapped jalapeno poppers with shrimp are super popular.
We also love making stuffed jalapenos with sausage. Of course there is also the jalapeno popper cheese ball and even a pineapple jalapeno dip that is lovely.
So, it shouldn’t surprise you that I am here with another stuffed jalapeno recipe. This version is great for when you don’t feel like firing up the grill or turning on the oven.
These are stuffed with a mix of cream cheese, cheddar cheese, and bacon. That mix of flavors is so classic and it is the version we originally fell in love with.
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Then we coat the top with some panko bread crumbs. They will crisp up a bit in the air fryer, adding a nice texture to the top.
Did you know?
Weather can affect the heat of jalapenos. Peppers grown in hotter weather with less water tend to have a more concentrated heat.
Tips for Cooking With Jalapenos
After working with jalapenos, be careful when touching your eyes or other sensitive parts. The heat is easily transferred to your skin and you can feel the burn!
Wearing rubber gloves while you are cleaning and cutting jalapenos is a great way to keep the oils and juices out of your eyes later. If your don’t have gloves, be sure to wash your hands really well when you are done.
To keep your poppers mild, carefully remove all of the membrane and seeds from the peppers. To increase the heat level, leave the membranes in.
Red jalapenos are the ripe version of the pepper and tend to be a little bit sweeter. The green peppers have a brighter flavor.
Should you blanch jalapenos before making poppers?
There is no need to precook the peppers before stuffing them. However, you are are particularly sensitive to the heat, you can parboil them after you remove the seeds.
Air Fryer Jalapeno Poppers
Ingredients
- 8-10 jalapenos
- 4 Tablespoons bacon crumbles
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 4 Tablespoons shredded cheddar
- ⅓ teaspoon garlic powder
- ⅓ teaspoon salt
- 4 Tablespoons panko bread crumbs
Instructions
- Cut jalapenos in half through the stem. Remove the seeds and membranes. Use a spoon to clean the inside or put on gloves to protect your hands.8-10 jalapenos
- In a small bowl, combine the cream cheese, cheddar, bacon, salt, and garlic powder.4 Tablespoons bacon crumbles, 4 ounces cream cheese, 4 Tablespoons shredded cheddar, ⅓ teaspoon garlic powder, ⅓ teaspoon salt
- Fill each jalapeno half with the filling mixture.
- Place the bread crumbs in a small bowl. Press the top of each jalapeno in the breadcrumbs to coat.4 Tablespoons panko bread crumbs
- Preheat your air fryer to 350℉.
- Air fry for 7 minutes. Check the poppers for doneness and cook for another minute or two if needed. The breadcrumbs should be golden the peppers cooked to your desired texture.
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