These Air Fryer JalapeƱo Poppers are spicy cheesy goodness wrapped in bacon. And they come together in a snap.
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Here's a tongue twister for you. Peter Piper prepped a peck of Air Fried JalapeƱo Pepper Poppers. How many proper pepper poppers did Peter Piper prep? Phew!
Making these poppers is much easier than saying that!
That's all because of our new friend, the air fryer.
As I'm sure you know, air fryers are mini appliance-sized convection ovens that cook food by surrounding them with hot air. They "fry" food with air instead of high-calorie oil. And they do a particularly good job at cooking crispy bacon.
Which is good, because these Air Fried JalapeƱo Poppers are wrapped in it.
š„£ Ingredients
JalapeƱo Chili Peppers- I've used other small peppers like Poblano and Banana peppers and had good success with this recipe. Just double the filling amounts to fill the bigger pepper.
Softened Cream Cheese- You can leave the cream cheese out on the counter for several hours to soften it or cheat a little and microwave it at 50% power for 20-30 seconds. No judgment.
Dried Oregano, Garlic Powder and Onion Powder- Spices last forever, but try and replace them every year to keep them reasonably fresh.
Bacon Slices- There are a lot of good bacons available at the grocery store. Try and go for uncured bacon made without any sugar if you can find it.
Shredded Cheddar Cheese- The sharper the cheese is, the tastier it'll be. You can go with a white cheddar or an orange cheddar depending on your own aesthetics.
šŖ Is it Keto?
Yes, my friends, each popper has just 1g net carbs. All the ingredients are naturally low carb so these are Keto JalapeƱo Poppers. But they are one of those unicorn recipes that you can bring to a party and everyone will love, no matter what diet they are on. Low Carb, Low Calorie, High Protein, you name it. Just make a few poppers without the bacon for the vegetarians and you are golden.
If you like this air fryer recipe, then you might like to try my recipes for Air Fryer Zucchini, Air Fryer Butternut Squash, or Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower.
Ok, let's prep some poppers!
š Instructions
- Slice and scrape the seeds and membranes off the jalapeƱos with a spoon or a small knife.
- In a small bowl, add the cream cheese, cheddar, garlic powder, onion powder, and oregano. Mix to combine.
- Using a small spoon, add the cream cheese filling evenly to the jalapeƱos.
- Cut the bacon slices in half and wrap each jalapeƱo.
- Cook in theĀ Air FryerĀ at 375ĀŗF for 12 to 15 minutes until the cheese is browned and the bacon is crispy.
š¬ Top Tips
They can, so it's always best to wear gloves when you handle them. I always end up touching my face when I cut jalapeƱos. Try not to do this. It burns.
Sure, just follow all the instructions, but skip the part where you wrap the jalapeƱos in bacon.
Yes, you most certainly can. Just preheat the oven to 350ĀŗF, place the jalapeƱos on a baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes until golden brown.
At a party? Not very long. But generally speaking, these addictive appetizers will last in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and in the freezer for up to 3 months.
āļø Frozen JalapeƱo Poppers
To make party prep easier, you can put together and freeze the poppers ahead of time, and air fry them from frozen. Just place the poppers on a large cookie sheet in the freezer for 1-2 hours until frozen. Then place them in a large zip-lock bag.
To cook from frozen, place the jalapeƱo poppers in the air fryer in a single layer. Cook at 350ĀŗF for 14-16 minutes until the cheese is browned and the bacon is crispy.
And that's all there is to Air Fryer JalapeƱo Poppers.
Soon you'll have a drool-worthy app, just in time for the big game. Or board game night. Or a little tongue twisting contest among friends.
How many proper pepper poppers did Peter Piper prep, anyway?
š Recipe
Air Fryer JalapeƱo Poppers with Bacon
These Air Fryer JalapeƱo Poppers are cheesy goodness wrapped in bacon.
- Prep Time: 5
- Cook Time: 10
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 8 poppers 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
- 4 jalapeƱo chili peppers, sliced lengthwise
- 3 ounces cream cheese, softened
- Ā½ teaspoon dried oregano
- Ā½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Ā¼ teaspoon onion powder
- 4 bacon slices, cut in half
- Ā½ cup extra sharp cheddar, shredded
Instructions
1. Slice and scrape the seeds and membranes off the jalapeƱosĀ with a spoon or a small knife.
2. In a small bowl, add the cream cheese, cheddar, garlic powder, onion powder, and oregano. Mix to combine.
3. Using a small spoon, add the cream cheese filling evenly to the jalapeƱos.
4. Cut the bacon slices in half and wrap each jalapeƱo.
5. Cook in the Air Fryer at 375ĀŗFĀ for 12 to 15 minutes until the cheese is browned and the bacon is crispy.
Notes
Jalapenos: Itās recommended to wear gloves when cutting pepper like jalapenos to avoid burning your skin. If you donāt have gloves, wash your hands immediately after handling them.
Oven baking: Preheat the oven to 350ĀŗF, place the jalapenos on a baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 popper
- Calories: 92
- Fat: 8
- Carbohydrates: 2
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 4
Keywords: Air Fryer JalapeƱo Poppers, JalapeƱo Poppers, Air Fried Poppers, Bacon Wrapped Poppers
Meg says
Sooooo good! I skipped the onion powder and added some chives from my garden to the mix and it turned out great.
★★★★★
Emily Krill says
Yea, I always like fresh over powdered onion too.