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Air Fryer Jalapeno Poppers

Irresistible Air Fryer Jalapeno Poppers with Creamy Bacon Filler

These Air Fryer Jalapeno Poppers are a quick, tasty appetizer featuring creamy cheese and crispy bacon, perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 9 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 29 minutes
Servings: 4 poppers
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese softened
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese can mix with pepper jack
  • 6 slices Bacon pre-cooked
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder optional
  • 2 tablespoons Half & Half can substitute with milk
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Jalapeños
  • 12 Jalapeños larger ones preferred
  • 1 tablespoon Oil olive oil recommended
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions sliced

Equipment

  • air fryer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Slice jalapeños in half lengthwise and remove seeds and veins. Rub with olive oil.
  2. Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and air fry jalapeños cut side up for 4 minutes.
  3. In a bowl, mix cream cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and half & half until smooth. Fold in cheddar and bacon.
  4. Fill each jalapeño half with the mixture and sprinkle more cheese and bacon on top.
  5. Return to air fryer and cook at 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
  6. Let cool slightly and garnish with green onions before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 2poppersCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 9gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These poppers are best served warm with ranch dip or sour cream for added flavor.

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