Air Fryer Jalapeño Poppers
Spicy jalapeño halves filled with a creamy cheese mixture and air fried until crisp, bubbly, and golden. These air fryer jalapeño poppers are the perfect balance of heat, creaminess, and crunch — great for parties, snacks, or game days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8–10 minutes
- Total Time: 18–20 minutes
- Yield: 10–12 poppers
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 6–8 medium jalapeño peppers
- 4 oz (113 g) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or Colby-Jack cheese
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup panko or breadcrumbs (optional, for topping)
- Cooking spray or light oil mist
Instructions
- Wash and slice jalapeños lengthwise. Remove seeds and membranes for a milder flavor (wear gloves if needed).
- In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese, shredded cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Add or green onions if desired.
- Stuff each jalapeño half with the cheese mixture, filling but not overflowing. Optionally, wrap each with a strip sprinkle with breadcrumbs.
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Arrange poppers in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Lightly spray with oil.
- Air fry for 8–10 minutes, checking around 8 minutes for doneness — cheese should be melted and tops golden
- If needed, cook 1–2 minutes longer for extra browning. Let cool briefly before serving.
Notes
- Wear gloves when handling jalapeños to avoid irritation.
- Do not overfill the peppers to prevent cheese leakage.
- Reheat leftovers in the air fryer for 2–4 minutes to restore crispness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 poppers
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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