Ingredients

• 8 medium jalapeños, halved & seeded
• 6 oz cream cheese
• 4 oz sharp cheddar, shredded
• 5 slices bacon, chopped
• ⅔ cup panko breadcrumbs
• Seasonings (garlic, onion powder, paprika)
• Cooking spray

Instructions

1. Preparation: Combine softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, and seasonings in a bowl until well mixed
2. Bacon Topping: Crisp the chopped bacon in a pan, then mix the panko breadcrumbs into the bacon drippings. Stir in the crispy bacon pieces
3. Assembly: Fill each jalapeño half with the cheese mixture, then press the tops into the prepared panko-bacon mixture
4. Cooking: Air fry at 400°F / 204°C for 7-10 minutes, watching carefully until the tops are golden brown and peppers are tender

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