Air Fryer Jalapeño Poppers

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 12

Total Time: 22

Servings: people

Calories: 105kcal

Author: Quynh Nguyen

These air fryer jalapeño poppers are the ultimate easy appetizer—cheesy, creamy, and perfectly crisp in under 15 minutes! Fresh jalapeños are stuffed with a simple cream cheese and cheddar filling, topped with crunchy Panko, then air-fried until golden. Whether you're hosting game day, a holiday party, or just craving a snack with a kick, these are always a hit.

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Equipment

Air Fryer

Ingredients

6-8 jalapeños, halved and seeded
6 oz cream cheese, softened
½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 teaspoon garlic powder
¼ cup Panko breadcrumbs
Cooking oil spray

Instructions

Preheat your air fryer to 375°F.
Mix the cream cheese, shredded cheddar, and garlic powder in a medium bowl.
Prep the jalapeños: Wash, dry, and slice them in half lengthwise. Use a spoon to remove seeds and membranes (wear gloves if you're sensitive to heat).
Stuff each jalapeño half with the cheese mixture.
Top with Panko breadcrumbs, gently pressing them down. Spritz the tops with cooking spray.
Air fry at 375°F for 8–12 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and crispy.
Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

For less heat, remove all the seeds and white membrane.
Use gloves when handling jalapeños to avoid skin irritation.
Want to make it extra indulgent? Wrap each popper with half a slice of bacon before air frying.

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