These air fryer bacon-wrapped jalapeno poppers are incredibly easy to make, full of savory flavors, and perfect for serving any day! This dish has a wonderful combination of spicy, creamy, and crispy, making it the ultimate appetizer or party snack! Plus, the air fryer method means you can enjoy this delicious dish without any oil or extra calories from traditional frying!
Air Fried Bacon Wrapped Poppers
Get ready to heat up your taste buds with these zesty and delicious air fryer bacon-wrapped jalapeno poppers! These little bites pack a punch of flavor and are filled with a rich cheese mixture made of cream cheese, cheddar cheese, onion powder, lemon juice, salt, and pepper!
The air fryer takes these already-tasty poppers to the next level, making them perfectly crispy without any added oil! Whether you're hosting a party or simply looking for a snack to enjoy with your family, you can't go wrong by serving this crowd-pleasing appetizer recipe!
Jump to:
🥘Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers Ingredients
This recipe only requires a handful of basic ingredients that are most likely in your kitchen already! If not, then they are all easy to find at your local grocery store!
- Jalapenos - 12 medium jalapenos.
- Cream Cheese - 8 ounces of cream cheese. (1 8-ounce block of cream cheese, softened at room temperature, or use a cream cheese substitute).
- Cheddar Cheese - 1 cup cheddar cheese (shredded).
- Lemon Juice - 1 tablespoon of lemon juice.
- Onion Powder - ½ teaspoon of (or use an onion powder substitute).
- Salt & Pepper - ¼ teaspoon of each, salt & pepper (to taste).
- Bacon - 12 slices bacon (use standard bacon rather than thick sliced bacon).
*Be sure to see the free printable recipe card below for ingredients, exact amounts & instructions with tips!*
🔪 How To Make Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers
Air fryer bacon-wrapped jalapeno poppers are beginner-friendly and straightforward to make! You will need a chef's knife, a cutting board, and an air fryer to get started.
This easy air fryer appetizer recipe will make 12 jalapeno poppers! If you need to serve a larger crowd, you can easily scale up the ingredients; just be sure to work in batches.
- Prep jalapenos. Prepare your 12 medium jalapenos. Wash, slice in half lengthwise, then remove the seeds and ribs. *For presentation, I like to slice the jalapenos so that the stem is also cut in half.
- Mix ingredients. Add the 8 ounces of softened cream cheese, 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, ½ teaspoon of onion powder, ¼ teaspoon of salt, and ¼ teaspoon of pepper to a medium-sized mixing bowl. I usually start mashing my cream cheese, and lemon juice, then add the remaining ingredients and mix until evenly distributed.
- Fill jalapenos. Fill the halved jalapenos with the cream cheese mixture just to the edges or slightly over. *The filling will overflow during cooking if there's too much in your peppers.
- Wrap with bacon. Cut your 12 bacon slices into two thin strips by slicing down the length of each slice. Wrap each stuffed pepper with one bacon strip, securing it with toothpicks.
- Air fry poppers. Place your bacon-wrapped jalapenos into the air fryer basket with plenty of spacing, then cook at 360°F (182°C) for 12-13 minutes. The bacon should be crispy and browned when done.
- Serve. Remove from your air fryer and serve immediately.
These bacon-wrapped jalapeno poppers are the perfect party appetizer to make for a potluck, tailgating, or Super Bowl party! For a delicious appetizer spread, you could serve them with some boneless chicken wings, my homemade sour cream chip dip, and air fryer potato chips! Enjoy!
💭 Angela's Tips & Recipe Notes
- Pick smaller jalapenos, so they are easy to wrap with the bacon.
- Use a toothpick at both ends of the jalapeno to hold the bacon in place.
- Work in batches as needed to air fry your poppers.
- Set your oven to warm and place the cooked poppers on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet to keep toasty while you finish air frying your poppers.
- Air fryers get hotter as you use them so that the later batches may cook faster.
🥡 Storing & Reheating
Place the fully cooled air fryer poppers into a shallow airtight storage container in a single layer. Seal and keep refrigerated for up to 3 days.
Freezing Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers
Flash freeze your fully cooled or unbaked poppers in a single layer on a baking sheet. Once frozen, transfer to a freezer storage bag or airtight storage container, label with the date, and keep in the freezer for up to 1-2 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.
Reheating Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers
Warm refrigerated leftovers in the oven or air fryer at 375°F (190°C) until heated.
>>>>See all of my recipes here<<<<
❓ Recipe FAQs
Great question! There are a few reasons why your cream cheese fell out of the popper. First, you may have overstuffed your jalapenos with the cream cheese mixture, so make sure to fill right up to the top. Then you can secure the bacon carefully with toothpicks at both ends. The cream cheese can also overflow over the top if you overcook the poppers.
Yes! First, allow them to cool off fully. Then arrange them in a single layer on a baking sheet or tray lined with a sheet of parchment paper. Place the tray in the freezer and flash-freeze the poppers for a few hours or until they are frozen solid. Once completely frozen, you can store them in a freezer-safe container or heavy-duty storage bag. Label your container or bag and store it for up to 1-2 months. Allow them to thaw overnight before reheating.
Absolutely! Feel free to prepare the jalapenos and cream cheese mixture and store them separately in the fridge overnight. Then when you're ready to air fry, you can assemble them and follow the cooking instructions!
😋 More Tasty Air Fryer Recipes
- Air Fryer Meatballs - A quick and easy meatball recipe perfect for serving as a snack or adding to your favorite pasta dishes!
- Air Fryer BBQ Bacon Wrapped Drumsticks - These delicious drumsticks have a double dose of BBQ flavor from a homemade chicken rub and savory BBQ sauce!
- Air Fryer Pigs In A Blanket - Savory Little Smokies sausages are wrapped in buttery and crispy crescent roll dough!
- Air Fryer Frozen Potstickers - A fast and easy Asian-styled appetizer that is sure to be a hit with everyone!
- Air Fryer Frozen Popcorn Chicken - The fastest and easiest way to cook up a chicken snack, lunch, or dinner!
- Air Fryer BBQ Little Smokies - A sweet and savory appetizer that's ready to serve in just 15 minutes!
Do you love a recipe you tried? Please leave a 5-star 🌟rating in the recipe card below and/or a review in the comments section further down the page.
Stay in touch with me through social media @ Pinterest, Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter! Subscribe to the newsletter today (no spam, I promise)! Don't forget to tag me when you try one of my recipes!
📖 Recipe Card
Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers
Ingredients
- 12 medium jalapenos
- 8 oz cream cheese (1 8-ounce block of cream cheese, softened, at room temperature)
- 1 cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon each, salt & pepper (to taste)
- 12 slices bacon (use standard bacon rather than thick sliced bacon)
(Note: 2x or 3x only changes the ingredient list)
Instructions
- Prepare your jalapenos. Wash, slice in half lengthwise, then remove the seeds and ribs. *For presentation, I like to slice the jalapenos so that the stem is also cut in half.
- Add the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, lemon juice, onion powder, salt, and pepper to a medium-sized mixing bowl. I usually start mashing my cream cheese, and lemon juice, then add the remaining ingredients and mix until evenly distributed.
- Fill the halved jalapenos with the cream cheese mixture just to the edges or slightly over. *The filling will overflow during cooking if there's too much in your peppers.
- Cut your bacon slices into two thin strips by slicing down the length of each slice. Wrap each stuffed pepper with one bacon strip, securing it with toothpicks.
- Place your bacon-wrapped jalapenos into the air fryer basket with plenty of spacing, then cook at 360°F (182°C) for 12-13 minutes. The bacon should be crispy and browned when done.
- Remove from your air fryer and serve immediately.
Notes
- Pick smaller jalapenos, so they are easy to wrap with the bacon.
- Use a toothpick at both ends of the jalapeno to hold the bacon in place.
- Work in batches as needed to air fry your poppers.
- Set your oven to warm and place the cooked poppers on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet to keep toasty while you finish air frying your poppers.
- Air fryers get hotter as you use them, so the later batches may cook faster.
- To store: Place the fully cooled air fryer poppers into a shallow airtight storage container in a single layer. Seal and keep refrigerated for up to 3 days.
- To freeze: Flash freeze your fully cooled or unbaked poppers in a single layer on a baking sheet. Once frozen, transfer to a freezer storage bag or airtight storage container, label with the date, and keep in the freezer for up to 1-2 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.
- To reheat: Warm refrigerated leftovers in the oven or air fryer at 375°F (190°C) until heated.
Comments
No Comments