Description
These Jalapeño Poppers with Cheddar Cheese (Air Fryer and Oven) are made with jalapeños, cream cheese, sharp cheddar cheese, bacon and air fried to crispy goodness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 jalapeño peppers, halved lengthwise, seeds and membranes removed
- ¼ cup cream cheese
- ¼ cup finely grated sharp cheddar cheese
- 6 slices bacon, cut in half
Instructions
For Air fryer:
- Add the cream cheese and finely grated cheddar cheese in a bowl and mix well with a fork.
- Take the halved and cored jalapeño and place the cheese mixture inside the pepper. Repeat with the rest.
- Wrap a piece of bacon around the stuffed pepper half. Repeat with the rest.
- Cook at 375 for 10-12 minutes, until the bacon is crispy and the cheese is browning.
For Oven:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Add the cream cheese and finely grated cheddar cheese in a bowl and mix well with a fork.
- Take the halved and cored jalapeño and place the cheese mixture inside the pepper. Repeat with the rest.
- Wrap a piece of bacon around the stuffed pepper half. Repeat with the rest.
- Bake for 15 minutes, until the bacon is crispy and the cheese is browning.
Notes
- Choose fresh jalapeño peppers: Look for jalapeño peppers that are firm, glossy, and without any visible signs of mold or soft spots. Fresh jalapeños will have a more vibrant flavor and texture in the final dish.
- Wear gloves or handle with care: Jalapeño peppers can be spicy and may cause irritation to the skin, eyes, and mucous membranes. It's recommended to wear gloves or handle the peppers with care, avoiding touching your face or eyes, and washing your hands thoroughly after handling them.
- Remove seeds and membranes for milder flavor: If you prefer a milder heat level, you can remove the seeds and membranes from the jalapeño peppers before stuffing them. The seeds and membranes are where most of the heat resides in the jalapeños.
- Use toothpicks or skewers to secure bacon: When wrapping jalapeño poppers with bacon, use toothpicks or small skewers to secure the bacon in place. This will help prevent the bacon from unraveling during cooking and serving.
- Preheat the oven or grill: Make sure to preheat your oven or grill to the recommended temperature before cooking the jalapeño poppers. This ensures that they cook evenly and thoroughly.
- Keep an eye on cooking time: Cooking time can vary depending on the size of the jalapeño peppers, the filling, and the cooking method. Keep an eye on the poppers while they are cooking to avoid overcooking or burning them.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving: Jalapeño poppers can be very hot when they come out of the oven or grill. Allow them to cool slightly before serving to avoid burning your mouth.
- Enjoy fresh: Jalapeño poppers are best when enjoyed fresh from the oven or grill, while the cheese is still melty and the bacon is crispy. Serve them immediately for the best taste and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 157.7
- Sugar: 0.5 g
- Sodium: 283.8 mg
- Fat: 12.5 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 2.9 g
- Fiber: 0.4 g
- Protein: 8.1 g
- Cholesterol: 39.3 mg
