Air Fryer Jalapeno Poppers are a delicious game-day snack that can be prepared in under 15 minutes!
These air fryer jalapeno poppers are a snap to make and they taste even better than their store-bought frozen counterparts!
This recipe is adaptable too! If you are gluten-free you can use gf panko crumbs (Like Ian’s Brand).
If you are dairy-free or vegan, just sub out the cream cheese for dairy-free/vegan cream cheese!
Love meat? Add some bacon to your air fryer jalapeno poppers!
What You’ll Need
- Jalapeno peppers
- Cream cheese
- Fresh parsley
- Panko/Bread Crumbs (gluten free if needed)
How to Make Them
- Carefully cut the jalapenos in half. Remove seeds and the insides of peppers.
- Mix together 1/2 of crumbs and cream cheese. Once combined add in the parsley. Stuff each pepper half with the mixture.
- Gently press the tops of the peppers into the remaining 1/4 c of crumbs to create the top coating.
- Cook in an air fryer at 370 degrees F for 6-8 minutes.
- Let them cool and ENJOY!
Tips and Tricks
Remove all the seeds and white membrane (unless you like things spicy!)
It works best to use a spoon to scoop out the seeds and membrane.
If you are gluten-free you can use gf panko crumbs (Like Ian’s Brand).
If you are dairy-free or vegan, just sub out the cream cheese for dairy-free/vegan cream cheese!
Variations to Try
- Love meat? Add some bacon to your air fryer jalapeno poppers! Wrap the bacon slice tightly around the jalapeno popper so it doesn’t shrink during cooking. Add 4-5 minutes to the cooking time.
- Low Carb/Keto? To make your air-fried jalapeno poppers low carb/keto you can skip the breadcrumbs and parsley.
- Make a double batch of these poppers and freeze some for later. When you are ready to make pop them out directly from the freezer and into your air fryer. Add 1-2 minutes of additional cooking time for frozen poppers.
Air Fryer Appetizers: Air Fryer Jalapeno Poppers
Air Fryer Jalapeno Poppers are a delicious game day snack that can be prepared in under 15 minutes! These air fried poppers will quickly become your favorite snack option!
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 250kcal
Ingredients
- 10 jalapeno peppers
- 8 oz cream cheese softened a little, I let sit out for 10-15 minutes
- 1/4 c fresh parsley
- 3/4 c panko crumbs If GF, use gluten-free
Instructions
- Carefully cut the jalapenos in half. Remove seeds and insides of peppers.
- Mix together 1/2 of crumbs and cream cheese. Once combined add in the parsley. Stuff each pepper half with mixture.
- Put the remaining crumbs into a bowl Gently press the tops of the peppers into the remaining 1/4 c of crumbs to create the top coating.
- Place the poppers into the air fryer basket or tray. Cook in an air fryer at 370 degrees F for 6-8 minutes OR in a conventional oven at 375 degrees F for 20 minutes.Let cool and ENJOY!
- **If your bread crumbs need to brown or crisp up you can spray with olive oil.
Notes
AIR FRYER JALAPENO POPPER TIPS
If you have a Cuisinart Air Fryer Oven or a Ninja Basket Air Fryer, both of these units seem to run “hotter” than most air fryers. That means you will need to LESSEN the cook time. For this recipe the poppers were done cooking at 4-5 minutes in those air fryers.- Jalapeno Tips: Remove all the seeds and white membrane (unless you like things spicy!) Its optional to wear gloves or just be careful after cutting and deseeding these jalapenos. It works best to use a spoon to scoop out the seeds and membrane.
- If you are gluten-free you can use gf panko crumbs (Like Ian’s Brand).
- If you are dairy-free or vegan, just sub out the cream cheese for dairy-free/vegan cream cheese!
- Love meat? Add some bacon to your air fryer jalapeno poppers! Wrap the bacon slice tightly around the jalapeno popper so it doesn’t shrink during cooking. You will need to increase your cook time from 6-8 minutes to 10-12 if you add bacon.
- Low Carb/Keto? To make your air fried jalapeno poppers low carb/keto you can skip the breadcrumbs and parsley. You will use the cream cheese, add in some shredded cheddar and bacon crumbles. Cook at directed within the recipe.
- Freezable– Make a double batch of these poppers and freeze some for later. When you are ready to make pop them out directly from the freezer and into your air fryer. Add 1-2 minutes of additional cook time for frozen poppers.
Nutrition
Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 62mg | Sodium: 268mg | Potassium: 208mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1455IU | Vitamin C: 46mg | Calcium: 86mg | Iron: 1mg
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What a great treat and it’s so easy to make! The air frying part makes it easier too. So delicious!
Yes the air fryer makes it so easy!!
Love how easy and delicious this recipe is. It’s perfect for a gathering or a party.
Thank you! So glad you liked them!
I just recently got my air fryer and I’m on the lookout for good recipes to try so this is perfect timing!
Great! Yay for perfect timing!
These Jalapeno Poppers are delicious and the perfect snack! I love the flavor and crispiness they get from the air fryer! I can’t wait to make these again for a summer BBQ!
So glad you liked them Luci!
This is fantastic! I have pinned it as well! I am definitely trying this
Great, please come back and let us know how you liked it.