Air Fryer Jalapeno Poppers

Cooked jalapeno poppers in the air fryer basket. Aerial view.

5 from 1 vote

Smoky bacon, rich cream cheese and crispy panko crumbs work together with spicy jalapenos to bring you big flavor and texture in this recipe for air fryer jalapeno poppers.

Prep Time10

Cook Time8

Total Time18

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: American

Keyword: air fryer appetizer, air fryer recipe, appetizer, party appetizer, party food

Servings:

Calories: 305kcal

Author: foodyschmoody

Equipment

Air Fryer

Ingredients

4 jalapeno peppers
4 slices bacon cooked and chopped
4 ounces cream cheese softened
½ cup shredded cheddar cheese mild or sharp
½ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons panko crumbs
1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

Slice jalapenos in half, lengthwise. Using a spoon, scoop out the membranes and seeds. If desired outcome is a spicy popper, stir the seeds into the filling mixture in next step. If mild outcome is desired, discard seeds with membranes.
In a large bowl, combine cheeses, seasonings and bacon. Stir well. Scoop mixture into hollowed out peppers.
In a small bowl, stir together panko crumbs and oil until crumbs are coated. Press crumbs on the top of filling on each pepper half.
Place in air fryer basket and air fry for 7 to 8 minutes set to 380 °F
Poppers are done when pepper is tender and crumb topping is crispy. Serve warm.

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