Air fryer bacon wrapped jalapeno poppers filled with a creamy, cream cheese filling then wrapped in crispy bacon with a slight kick of heat from the jalapeno.
Looking for an irresistible appetizer that packs a punch? Look no further than these air fryer bacon wrapped jalapeno poppers! They are the perfect combination of crispy, savory bacon and spicy, creamy jalapenos. With the help of an air fryer, they are a breeze to make with little time on your part.
I’ll guide you step by step on how to make these mouthwatering poppers. From prepping the jalapenos to wrapping them in bacon, I’ll walk you through the entire process. Plus, we’ll share a few tips and tricks to ensure that your poppers turn out perfectly crispy every time.
Whether you’re hosting a party or simply want to satisfy your cravings, these air fryer bacon wrapped jalapeno poppers are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. So, grab your air fryer and get ready to indulge in this flavorful and addictive appetizer. Let’s dive in and discover the magic of crispy bacon and spicy jalapenos!
How To Make Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers
Ingredients needed before starting
- Jalapeno peppers
- Cream cheese
- Bacon
- Chives
- Cheddar cheese
Making the bacon wrapped jalapeno poppers in the air fryer
- First, mix the cheeses for the filling and add in the chives. Then split the peppers and remove the stems and seeds.
- Now, spoon the filling into the split jalapenos. Make sure it’s smooth across the top. You can’t have a heap of filling over the edges due to the next step.
- Wrap a piece of bacon around each jalapeno popper.
- Preheat the air fryer to 375F.
- Place the poppers in the preheated air fryer for 14 minutes. Around the 12 minutes mark start to keep a check on them. Do not crowd them because you will not flip them, and the air will need to circulate around the poppers to cook the bacon on the bottom.
- Once the bacon wrapped jalapeno poppers are finished let them cool a bit. Be careful because the outside will cool and the inside filling will still be extremely hot.
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Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers
Ingredients
- 5 jalapeno pepper, halved & deseeded
- 10 slices bacon
- 8 ounce cream cheese, room temperature
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- First, mix the cheeses for the filling and add in the chives. Then split the peppers and remove the stems and seeds.
- Now, spoon the filling into the split jalapenos. Make sure it’s smooth across the top. You can’t have a heap of filling over the edges due to the next step.
- Wrap a piece of bacon around each jalapeno popper.
- Preheat the air fryer to 375℉.
- Place the poppers in the preheated air fryer for 14 minutes. Around the 12 minutes mark start to keep a check on them. Do not crowd them because you will not flip them, and the air will need to circulate around the poppers to cook the bacon on the bottom.
- Once the bacon wrapped jalapeno poppers are finished let them cool a bit. Be careful because the outside will cool and the inside filling will still be extremely hot.