Air Fried Jalapeno Poppers

Spice up your snack game with these addictive air-fried jalapeno poppers, packed with a creamy cheese mixture and crispy panko breadcrumbs.

With a kick of heat and a crunch of texture, these bite-sized treats are sure to become your new favorite indulgence!

Ready Time

40 mins

Yields

9 servings

Ingredients

12 large jalapeno peppers
1 cup cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon paprika
Salt, to taste
1 large egg
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
Cooking spray, for the air fryer

Instructions

Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Rinse the jalapeno peppers, then slice off the tops and carefully scoop out the seeds and membranes.

Place them in a bowl of cold water for about 30 minutes to reduce the heat.

Drain and pat the jalapenos dry with paper towels. In a bowl, mix together the cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, chopped cilantro, garlic powder, paprika, and a pinch of salt until well combined.

Stuff each jalapeno pepper with the cheese mixture, filling them as full as possible.

Dip the stuffed peppers in the beaten egg, then roll them in the panko breadcrumbs to coat. Place them on a plate or tray.

Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray, then add the coated jalapeno peppers in a single layer, leaving some space between each pepper.

Cook the peppers in the air fryer for 5-7 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through. They should be crispy on the outside and heated through.

Serve hot and enjoy your crispy air-fried jalapeno poppers!

Notes

For an extra crispy exterior, make sure to pat the jalapeno peppers dry with paper towels before coating them with breadcrumbs. Use gloves when handling jalapeno peppers to avoid the oils getting on your skin and causing irritation.

If you like a little more heat in your poppers, you can leave some of the seeds and membranes in the jalapeno peppers.

Air fryer temperatures may vary, so adjust the cooking time accordingly. You can also customize the filling with other ingredients like diced onions or diced cooked bacon.

To make these jalapeno poppers ahead of time, prepare the cheese mixture and stuff the peppers, then refrigerate or freeze until ready to cook.