The best Air Fryer Jalapeño Poppers with Bacon
These air fryer jalapeño poppers are an easy appetizer recipe for game day or a great snack. Fresh jalapeños are stuffed with a blend of cheeses, bacon, and green onions and then air fried until golden brown. You might want to make a double batch because they will be gone in an instant!
Servings: 5
Calories: 146
Ingredients
- 4 slices bacon, diced
- 5 jalapeño peppers about 4 inches (10cm) each
- ¼ teaspoon salt plus more for seasoning the jalapeños
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- ⅓ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon minced green onions, light green parts
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a medium skillet over medium heat, sauté the diced bacon until crispy, about 7-8 minutes. Remove from the skillet with a slotted spoon and let drain on a plate with paper towels. Set aside. See below the recipe card for helpful photos.4 slices bacon, diced
- While the bacon is cooking, prepare the jalapeños. Slice them in half from stem to tip, then use a spoon to remove the seeds and the ribs. Note: I like to always use gloves when preparing any kind of hot pepper. Season the insides of each halved pepper with a little salt.5 jalapeño peppers
- In a medium bowl, combine the cream cheese, crispy bacon, shredded cheddar, minced green onions, garlic powder, and salt. Mix well and season with pepper to taste.4 ounces cream cheese, softened, ⅓ cup shredded cheddar cheese, 1 tablespoon minced green onions, light green parts, ¼ teaspoon garlic powder, ¼ teaspoon salt, black pepper to taste
- Use a spoon to fill each jalapeño half with the cream cheese mixture. Place in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Air fry for 5-8 minutes at 400F (200C). The cream cheese filling will begin to turn golden brown. 5 minutes will yield a crisper jalapeño, while 8 minutes will be softer.
Notes
- Jalapeños: Make sure they are all similar size so they cook evenly.
- Baking: These jalapeño poppers can also be baked on a baking sheet in the oven at 400F (200C) for about 10 minutes.
- Storage: keep refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Nutrition: was calculated using full-fat cream cheese and bacon that was 40 calories per slice. Thick-cut bacon can also be used but the calories will be a little more per serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 2poppers | Calories: 146 | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 13g