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Air Fryer Jalapeno Poppers

Air Fryer Jalapeno Poppers

Anjali
Crispy, golden-brown Air Fryer Jalapeño Poppers are the perfect party appetizer that's ready in just 13 minutes. Whether you're hosting game day or simply craving a spicy snack, these lighter poppers deliver restaurant-quality results with just 250 calories per serving.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 13 minutes
Course Appetizer
Servings 0
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Ingredients
  

  • 10 jalapeno peppers
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened a little, let sit out for 10-15 minutes
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley
  • 3/4 cup 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!

Notes

If your bread crumbs need to brown or crisp up you can spray with olive oil.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 5gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 62mgSodium: 268mgPotassium: 208mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1455IUVitamin C: 46mgCalcium: 86mgIron: 1mg
Keyword air fryer recipes, cream cheese snacks, crispy poppers, spicy appetizers, stuffed jalapenos
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