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    Air Fryer Jalapeno Poppers

    Published: Feb 19, 2023 · Modified: Feb 28, 2023 by Emily · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

    If you are looking for a quick and easy classic appetizer, look no further than these Air Fryer Jalapeno Poppers. These peppers are stuffed with a creamy cheese and onion mix and wrapped in bacon.

    air fryer bacon wrapped jalapeno poppers
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    Why I love Air Fryer Jalapeno Poppers

    Well, first of all, they have bacon. And they have cheese. That's really all I need. And the jalapeno carrier of the bacon and cheese makes this appetizer irresistible.

    I used to shy away from jalapeno poppers because I am not a tough girl when it comes to spicy food. But then I realized you can get rid of the seeds and the spicy white flesh and have a delicious and not-very-spicy-for-people-like-me jalapeno appetizer.

    Did I mention there is bacon and cheese? 😂

    Ingredients Needed to Make Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers

    All you need to make this air fryer appetizer is fresh jalapenos, bacon, cheddar cheese, cream cheese, and green onions. You also need toothpicks for this recipe so you might as well add it to the list and make sure you have them.

    jalapeno popper ingredients

    How to prepare Jalapenos for Jalapeno Poppers

    First, cut off the top stem and then cut the jalapenos in half lengthwise. Use a spoon to remove the seeds. If you want the jalapenos to be less spicy, also use the spoon to remove the white pith from the inside of the jalapeno, this is where the rest of the heat is.

    Make sure you clean and rinse your hands very well after handling the jalapenos. You may want to use rubber gloves if you are sensitive or worried about residual heat. 

    jalapenos cut in half and deseeded

    How to make the cheese and onion filling

    Place the cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, and sliced green onion into a medium mixing bowl. Mix to combine with a spoon or spatula.

    How to wrap jalapenos with bacon

    Each jalapeno popper will need half of a bacon slice to wrap around it. Once fully wrapped, use 1-2 toothpicks to secure the bacon in place.

    As the bacon cooks it will shrink up so if you do not use a toothpick, the bacon will fall off the jalapeno and be much harder to eat.

    jalapenos wrapped in bacon before cooking

    How to Make Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers in the Air Fryer

    Preheat the air fryer at 350°F then spray the basket with non-stick spray. Place the jalapeno poppers into the basket, leaving room around each one for airflow.

    Air fry for 10-13 minutes until the cheese is melty and the bacon is crisp. Remove from the air fryer with tongs and allow the jalapeno poppers to cool before serving.

    jalapeno poppers in an air fryer

    Can I make These Jalapeno poppers without Bacon?

    Yes, you can make these Air Fryer Jalapeno Poppers vegetarian without bacon. Check the cooking time earlier at 8 minutes as the jalapenos will cook faster without the bacon.

    How to store Jalapeno Poppers

    If for some crazy reason, you have any jalapeno poppers left over, you can store them covered in the fridge for 1-2 days. Reheat them in the air fryer or the microwave.

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    Air Fryer Jalapeno Poppers Recipe
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    Air Fryer Jalapeno Poppers

    Air Fryer Jalapeno Poppers are stuffed with a creamy cheese mix and wrapped in bacon. It's never been easier to make this classic appetizer!
    5 from 35 votes
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    Prep Time: 25 minutes
    Cook Time: 15 minutes
    Total Time: 40 minutes
    Servings: 16 poppers
    Calories: 108kcal
    Author: EmilyFabulous

    Equipment

    • Air Fryer
    • tongs
    • toothpicks
    • medium mixing bowl
    • metal spoon

    Ingredients

    • 8 ounces cream cheese, room temp
    • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
    • ¼ cup green onions, sliced (green only)
    • 8 large jalapenos, halved and de-seeded
    • 8 pieces bacon, cut in half

    Instructions

    • Clean the jalapenos and cut off the top stem. Cut each jalapeno in half lengthwise and use a spoon to remove the seeds (a regular metal teaspoon works perfectly). If you want the jalapenos to be less spicy, also use the spoon to remove the white pith from the inside of the jalapeno, this is where the rest of the heat is.
    • Place the cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, and sliced green onion into a medium mixing bowl. Mix to combine with a spoon or spatula. Place the cheese mixture into each jalapeno middle with a spoon.
    • Take a half piece of bacon and wrap it around each jalapeno. Use 1-2 toothpicks to secure the bacon in place. As the bacon cooks it will shrink up so if you do not use a toothpick, the bacon will fall off the jalapeno and be much harder to eat.
    • Preheat the air fryer at 350°F then spray the basket with non-stick spray. Place the jalapeno poppers into the basket, leaving room around each one for airflow.
    • Air fry for 10-13 minutes until the cheese is melty and the bacon is crisp. Remove from the air fryer with tongs and allow the jalapeno poppers to cool before serving.
    • Remove from the air fryer with tongs and allow the jalapeno poppers to cool before serving.

    Notes

    • If you have any jalapeno poppers left over, you can store them covered in the fridge for 1-2 days. Reheat them in the air fryer or the microwave.
    • You can make these Air Fryer Jalapeno Poppers vegetarian without bacon. Check the cooking time earlier at 8 minutes as the jalapenos will cook faster without the bacon.
    • Make sure you clean and rinse your hands very well after handling the jalapenos. You may want to use rubber gloves if you are sensitive or worried about residual heat. 
    • Remember to always read the instruction manual and follow what your manufacturer recommends.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1popper | Calories: 108kcal | Carbohydrates: 1.2g | Protein: 4.9g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 4.7g | Cholesterol: 36mg | Sodium: 144mg | Potassium: 36mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 0.3g | Calcium: 63mg

    Any nutrition calculations are only estimates using online calculators. Please verify using your own data.

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