There are certain foods that disappear fast once they've been put out at a party. These Air fryer Jalapeno Poppers are forever a favorite. As soon as they are served, they will fly off your table.
Air-fried Jalapeño Poppers are the perfect appetizer. The delicious combination of spicy, roasted peppers, rich cream cheese, and minced garlic hits all the right spots every time. Sprinkle the stuffed jalapeños with crisp panko bread crumbs before air-frying to complement the crisp-tender chiles and the molten-cheese filling.
Crispy, Creamy, Spicy, & Cheesy
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Today's Air-fried Jalapeno Poppers recipe makes the perfect bite; crispy, creamy, spicy, cheesy… and quite honestly the best spicy appetizer ever! It is also easy to make, and is perfect for game day!
Why You Will Love these Homemade Jalapeno Poppers
There are certain occasions that call for excellent finger foods, whether it's a viewing party, game day, or simply a late night craving. These Jalapeno Poppers are everyone's favorite.
With every bite, you'll start off with cool, creamy stuffing, followed by a soft crunch and a bit of spice to wake you up!
These jalapeño poppers are also air fried, not deep fried, which makes them the Healthier Delicious appetizers.
You Won't Be Able to Stop At One!
This Is All What You'll Need
The jalapeno itself, a creamy cheese filling, and breading are the three essential ingredients in this perfect Poppers Recipe.
Jalapenos: Of course! We use fresh jalapenos, cut their tip, and remove the seeds. You can use baby bell peppers instead of red peppers if you have someone who cannot tolerate any spicy Jalapenos . Try both!
Cream cheese: Softened Cream cheese serves as the foundation for the cheesy filling. I also add some minced garlic cloves, a little bit of fresh parsley, and green onions. You can also add slices of crisp cooked bacon, cilantro, or your favorite ingredients!
Crispy Breading: For the perfect crunch, I make a simple Panko topping to sprinkle on top! Simply leave out the bread crumbs if you want to make keto Jalapeno Poppers for your low carb friends!
Excellent Finger Foods
What Goes Well with Jalapeno Poppers?
These air-fried jalapeno poppers with the golden brown topping are one of my favorite Recipes. They are delicious on their own and can be eaten right away, but you can try adding a dip to take them to the next level and change things up!
Dip them in a classic ranch dressing, blue cheese dressing, or a cilantro lime creamy dressing if you like to dip. These dressings will cool things down and help with the spice level!
Hint for Bacon Lovers!
If you’re addictive to air fryer Bacons, you can just make small changes to my Easy appetizer Recipe and try air fryer Bacon-wrapped Jalapeno poppers with no extra cost and not lot of oil.
Here is a delicious way for cooking bacon-wrapped Jalapenos:
- Cut the Jalapenos in Half
- Add scoop of filling used in my Jalapeno Recipe, you can add hot sauce for spicy taste lovers.
- Wrap each Jalapeño half in one piece of Bacon, avoid thick-cut Bacon for best Results.
- In the Basket of an air Fryer, Place them in an even layer.
- Increase the cooking time for 3-5 minutes and enjoy!
Simple and Craveable!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Remove all of the seeds and membrane from the jalapeno poppers for the mildest flavor.
Put the peppers in a paper bag after you've purchased or picked them. Then, place the paper bag in your refrigerator's crisper. The jalapenos will keep for up to a week. When the jalapenos become soft, wrinkled, or moldy, discard them.
Cooking peppers makes dishes hotter because the peppers break down and release more capsaicin into the dish as they cook. The spiciness is then distributed throughout the dish, creating the impression of a spicier meal overall.
Yes! Fill the peppers with the Cream cheese mixture and store them in an airtight container. Make an effort not to stack them. You can put yourself in a deep freeze for up to a month. They do not need to be thawed before air-frying/ baking.
You’ll Be Looking for Any Excuse to Make Them
Notes and Tips for Jalapeno Poppers
- The best way to cut jalapeno poppers is to cut the tip of the jalapenos and remove the seeds. This way, you'll have a stronger pepper shape to stuff. After stuffing, you can cut them into 1-2 inch slices.
- It's better to wear gloves when cutting the jalapenos. This will protect your hands from burning your skin.
- You can stuff and wrap jalapeño poppers in a baking sheet up to 1 day in advance. Refrigerate them, well-covered, until ready to bake.
- You can make Jalapeno Poppers a couple of days in advance. You can also freeze them in zip-top freezer bag.
- A great way to Control the spice level is by taking out the rib inside the jalapeño and then removing all of the seeds.
- You can blend cheeses together and try different types of cheese. Parmesan Cheese would be a great option as well as Cheddar Cheese.
- Add the Jalapeños in the air Fryer in a single Layer. Certainly, if the hot air circulates around each one, they will cook better.
Your New Obsession
Air fryer Jalapeno Poppers Ingredients
- Medium jalapenos
- cream cheese /softened
- fresh parsley /finely chopped
- green onion /finely chopped
- garlic /minced
- panko bread crumbs
- Vegeta seasoning ( or salt, garlic powder, and onion powder)
- egg
Do not hesitate to check the full list of ingredients and the full instructions in the Recipe card at the bottom of this post.
Steps to Prep
First, preheat the Air fry to 400 degrees F.
Next, cut the tip of the jalapenos, and remove the seeds.
Then, in a medium bowl mix room temperature cream cheese, parsley, green onions, and garlic. Stir thoroughly until well combined.
After that, fill the jalapenos up and place them in the freezer for 20 minutes.
Cut the jalapenos into 1-2 inch slices.
Then, whisk one egg and mix bread crumbs with Vegeta seasoning.
Dip jalapeno slices in the egg wash, and then dip them in the bread crumbs.
Finally, place them in the air fryer basket. Spray them with cooking oil or cooking spray.
Cook for 8 minutes at 400 degrees F or for 10-12 minutes at 325 degrees F.
Serve them with your favorite dipping sauce.
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Air Fryer Jalapeno Poppers
Equipment
Ingredients
- 6 medium jalapenos
- 6 ounces cream cheese softened
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons green onion finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 cup panko bread crumbs
- 2 tablespoons vegeta seasoning ( you can also use salt, garlic powder, and onion powder)
- 1 egg
Instructions
- Preheat the Air fry to 400 degrees F.
- Cut the tip of the jalapenos, and remove the seeds.
- Combine cream cheese, parsley, green onions, and garlic and mix until well combined.
- Fill the jalapenos up and place them in the freezer for 20 minutes.
- Cut the jalapenos into 1-2 inch slices.
- Whisk one egg—Mix bread crumbs with Vegeta seasoning.
- Dip jalapeno slices in the egg wash, and then dip them in the bread crumbs.
- Place them in the air fryer basket. Spray them with cooking oil.
- Air fry for 8 minutes at 400 degrees F.
- Serve them with your favorite dipping sauce.
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