Ingredients
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- 8 fresh jalapeños, halved and seeded
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 1/2 cups panko breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Mix cream cheese, cheddar, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Fill each jalapeño half with the cheese mixture.
- Set up a breading station: flour, beaten eggs, and panko breadcrumbs in separate bowls.
- Dip each stuffed jalapeño in flour, then egg, then coat with panko.
- Place in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Cook for 10-12 minutes until golden and crispy.
Notes
- Adjust spice levels by adding cayenne pepper to the filling.
- Serve with a side of ranch or salsa for dipping.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 poppers
- Calories: 150 Kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 35mg