This Spiced-Right Jalapeño Poppers Recipe is the Ultimate Appetizer
Whether you’re having friends over for a cookout, or you’re just looking to spice up your usual dinner routine, this jalapeño poppers recipe makes a sensational starter. And it’s fun and easy to make (who needs takeout?). Just fill the peppers with cheese, scallions and breadcrumbs, wrap them in bacon and pop them into the air fryer for about 10 minutes. Then, top with Parmesan cheese and dig in. Each bite is a delight of crispy and creamy plus spicy and smoky. Trust me when I tell you they’re addictive! The cheese mellows the heat of the jalapeños so that they’re super flavorful without being too spicy.
The great thing about an air fryer is that it makes cooking faster and easier. Air frying is also healthier than traditional frying. That makes these poppers even better. Not only do they taste amazing, you can really enjoy them. Give this recipe a try and let us know what you think.
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Ingredients
- 1 (6.5 oz.) cont. garlic and herbs soft spreadable cheese (Alouette)
- ¼ cup + 2 Tbs. finely shredded Parmesan
- 1 scallion, chopped
- 2 Tbs. plain dry breadcrumbs
- 6 medium jalapeño peppers
- 6 slices bacon, halved crosswise
Instructions
In bowl, mix spreadable cheese, 1⁄4 cup Parmesan, scallion and breadcrumbs. Wearing disposable rubber gloves, halve jalapeños lengthwise; remove seeds. Fill with cheese mixture. Wrap bacon around each jalapeño half.
Place crisper plate in basket of 7-qt. air fryer; coat with cooking spray. Place basket in air fryer; heat to 350°F. In 2 batches, place jalapeños in single layer in basket. Air-fry until hot and bacon is cooked and crispy, about 10 min. per batch. Transfer to serving plate; top with remaining Parmesan.
Nutrition
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 21 gram
- Saturated Fat: 10 gram
- Protein: 11 gram
- Carbohydrate: 5 gram
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Cholesterol: 50 mg
- Sugar: 1 gram
- Sodium: 540 mg
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This story was originally published May 17, 2025 at 5:30 AM.