Crispy Jalapeno Poppers is made with 12 jalapenos, cream cheese, shredded cheddar, garlic powder; air fry at 375°F for 12 minutes to serve 6. 220 calories per serving.
Ingredients
Equipment
Steps
- 1
Halve jalapenos lengthwise and scrape out seeds and membranes. Wear gloves.
- 2
Mix cream cheese, cheddar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Fill each jalapeno half generously.
- 3
Wrap each popper with a half strip of bacon, or sprinkle panko on top and spray with oil.
- 4
Air fry at 375°F for 10-12 minutes until bacon is crispy and filling is bubbly.
- 5
Cool 2-3 minutes before serving — the filling is extremely hot.
Tip: Leave some membrane in if you want more heat, remove all of it for mild. Wearing gloves while handling jalapenos is not optional — touching your eyes later is painful.
Why Air Fry This?
- ⏱️Ready in 12 minutes vs ~19 in a conventional oven — no preheating needed.
- 🫒Uses up to 80% less oil than deep frying, bringing this down to 220 calories per serving.
- ✨Achieves the same golden, crispy texture without submerging food in oil.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Cook Crispy Jalapeno Poppers at 375°F for 12 minutes. Leave some membrane in if you want more heat, remove all of it for mild. Wearing gloves while handling jalapenos is not optional — touching your eyes later is painful.
You need: 12 jalapenos, halved and seeded, 8 oz cream cheese, softened, 1/2 cup shredded cheddar, 1/4 tsp garlic powder, Salt & pepper, 6 strips bacon, halved (or 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs), Cooking spray. This recipe serves 6 with 220 calories per serving.
Crispy Jalapeno Poppers takes 12 minutes total at 375°F. Cool 2-3 minutes before serving — the filling is extremely hot.
This recipe is rated Easy. It serves 6 and takes just 12 minutes at 375°F.
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