Air Fryer Jalapeno Poppers (KETO/Low Carb)

These popular Air Fryer Jalapeno Poppers are easy to make and delicious! Done in less than 10 minutes with only a handful of ingredients!

I love Jalapeno Poppers, but don't love how long they take to make. I often buy them at the store, but you can save a TON of money by making them yourself, and its SUPER EASY! Using the Air Fryer is amazing for jalapeno poppers because it cooks so quickly and evenly. It takes 10 minutes to make this easy appetizer recipe from start to finish!

Rather make Frozen Jalapeno Poppers, here's how to do it in the air fryer!

I love the Air Fryer! It’s an appliance than can pretty much do it all. I’ve shared so many easy air fryer recipes with y’all, Including Asparagus Fries, Avocado Fries, Air Fryer Hot Dogs and so many other air fryer recipes! 

Like I said, making these Air Fryer Jalapeno Poppers is EASY! Here's how:

How to make Air Fryer Jalapeno Poppers:

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• Make the filling for the jalapeno poppers: Soften cream cheese (microwave 30 seconds), then add salt, pepper, onion powder, and garlic to the cream cheese. Add finely grated extra sharp cheddar cheese and Monterey cheese to the cream cheese. Mix with a fork until everything is completely combined. 

• Prep the jalapeños: Wash the whole jalapeños, then cut them in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds. Set them aside. WASH YOUR HANDS!
• Make the filling for the jalapeno poppers: Soften the cream cheese (microwave 30 seconds), then add salt, pepper, onion powder, and garlic. Add finely grated extra sharp cheddar cheese and Monterey cheese to the cream cheese. Mix with a fork until everything is completely combined. 
• Next, you are going to fill the poppers with the filling; Spoon the filling into the empty pocket until it's full. I like to overfill them a little, but that is up to you!

• Once you fill all of the jalapeno poppers, place them into the air fryer basket and close it. 

• Set the air fryer to 370 degrees F, then set the timer on 7 minutes. Once the time is up, open the air fryer and let them cool for a few minutes.

• Remove carefully from the air fryer and top with cooked crumbled bacon and green onions if desired. 

As I said, it couldn't be easier to make jalapeno poppers in the air fryer! It's quick, simple, and they turn out majorly delicious! 

These Air Fryer Jalapeno Poppers are low carb and KETO friendly as well. 

• Nutritional information per popper (½ whole jalapeno): 88 calories, 7g fat, 2g carbohydrates, 4g protein. 3 WW points. 

What type of Air Fryer should I use for this recipe?

There are many Air Fryers to choose from, but I love my PowerXL Vortex Air fryer! Here are some other great options:

• Instant Vortex Plus Air Fryer Oven, 6 Quart: 6-in-1, Broil, Roast, Dehydrate, Bake, Non-stick and Dishwasher-Safe Basket, Stainless Steel
• COSORI Air Fryer 5.8QT - Large Hot Electric Oven Oilless Cooker with 8 Quick Setting Recommendation

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• Million Layer Dip
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