Air Fryer Jalapeno Poppers with Bacon
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Air Fryer Jalapeno Poppers with Bacon

Crispy and spicy appetizer, perfect for parties.

Time⏱️ 37 min
Servings👤 4
Difficulty

🥘 Ingredients

large jalapenos — 8 (about 1 lb / 450 g)
cream cheese, room temperature — 8 oz (225 g)
shredded cheddar cheese — 1 cup (100 g)
garlic powder — 1 teaspoon
salt and pepper — to taste
bacon slices, cut in half — 8

👨‍🍳 Steps

1Cut jalapenos in half lengthwise, remove seeds and white membranes.
2In a bowl, mix cream cheese, cheddar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Fill each jalapeno half with the mixture.
3Wrap each filled jalapeno with half a bacon slice and secure with a toothpick.
4Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Arrange poppers in a single layer in the basket.
5Cook for 10–12 minutes until bacon is crispy and filling is hot. Serve immediately.

🛒 Shopping List

8 large jalapenos, 225g cream cheese, 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 1 tsp garlic powder, salt and pepper to taste, 8 slices bacon