Air Fryer Jalapenos Poppers
Air Fryer Jalapeño Poppers are easy to make in 5 fast minutes! Perfect finger food for game day snacking and holiday parties.
Servings: 12
Calories: 53kcal
Ingredients
- 6 medium jalapeños fresh
- 6 oz cream cheese softened
- ½ cup Monterey Jack cheese shredded
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 3 tablespoons Panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Cut the jalapenos in half with a small knife or spoon, and remove the seeds and the white membrane. (Use gloves for this step or wash your hand just after you’re finished).
- Add the cream cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, onion powder, salt, and pepper to a medium bowl. Mix all the ingredients until well combined.
- With a spoon, take 1 tablespoon of the cheese mixture and press it inside the jalapenos pepper.
- In a small bowl, mix the panko bread and olive oil.
- Take about ½ teaspoon of the panko mixture and press on the cream cheese on top of the jalapenos.
- Place the jalapenos in the basket of the air fryer in a single layer—Cook at 400 ˚F for 5 minutes.
- Serve hot and sprinkle with chopped fresh cilantro if desired.
Notes
Storage:
- To Store: Store your jalapeno poppers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 4 days.
- To Freeze: Store your jalapeno poppers in a freezer-safe container in the freezer for 3 months.
- When you handle spicy peppers, gloves help prevent accidental burns in your eyes or hands. Always wash your hands after preparing spicy peppers.
Nutrition
Calories: 53kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 243mg | Potassium: 51mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 46IU | Vitamin C: 0.05mg | Calcium: 90mg | Iron: 0.2mg