Ingredients
Scale
- 8 large jalapeño peppers
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: cooked bacon bits or chopped herbs for topping
Instructions
- Cut jalapeños in half lengthwise and remove seeds and membranes.
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, shredded cheddar, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Stuff each jalapeño half with the cheese mixture.
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Place stuffed jalapeños in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Air fry for 8-10 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Optional: garnish with bacon bits or herbs before serving.
Notes
- Adjust spiciness by choosing milder or hot jalapeños.
- Can be prepared ahead and stored in the refrigerator before air frying.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Method: Air frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 stuffed jalapeños
- Calories: 150 Kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
