Air Fryer Bacon-Wrapped Jalapenos
Ready in about 34 minutes.
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Creamy, cheesy jalapeno poppers wrapped in crisp bacon. A crowd-pleasing party snack made easy in the air fryer.
Written for 4. Cook in batches rather than stacking if you scale up.
Ingredients
- 10 jalapenos, halved and seeded
- 150 g cream cheese
- 50 g grated cheddar
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 10 rashers of bacon, halved
Method
- 1Mix the cream cheese, cheddar and garlic powder.
- 2Fill each jalapeno half with the cheese mixture.
- 3Wrap each with a half rasher of bacon and secure with a cocktail stick.
- 4Preheat the air fryer to 190°C / 375°F.
- 5Air fry for 12-15 minutes until the bacon is crisp.
- 6Cool briefly before serving.
Tips for the best results
- Wear gloves when seeding the jalapenos.
- Do not overfill or the cheese will bubble out.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Crowding the basket so air fryer bacon-wrapped jalapenos steams instead of browning.
- Pulling air fryer bacon-wrapped jalapenos the moment the timer ends without checking the centre.
Frequently Asked Questions
What temperature and time for air fryer bacon-wrapped jalapenos?
A typical starting point is 190°C / 375°F for 12-15 min. Thickness and wattage change the finish, so check early.
Can I make air fryer bacon-wrapped jalapenos ahead?
Cook it, cool it quickly, and refrigerate. Reheat in the air fryer at a slightly lower temperature so the outside does not dry before the middle is hot.
How many people does air fryer bacon-wrapped jalapenos serve?
This recipe is written for 4. For a fuller basket, cook in batches rather than stacking, or add a couple of minutes and shake more often.