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With minimal prep & 6-8 minutes of cooking you can cook the best Frozen Jalapeno Poppers in Air Fryer. Perfectly crispy and golden and loaded with spicy jalapeño and melted cheese - all ready to dip in your favorite sauce!
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Jalapeno poppers is one of those snacks I just can't get enough of. It's in my blood, I guess, because my dad is crazy about them as well.
But what's not to love about jalapeno peppers loaded with cream cheese inside, coated with breadcrumbs, and fried? It's a dream come true! And air fried jalapeno poppers is no exception.
For a long time you couldn't get them in Sweden - but luckily, these days there are at least a few stores carrying frozen poppers. Lucky me!
Why you will love this recipe
- It's the best way to cook frozen jalapeño poppers
- Quicker than when baking in the oven
- Less greasy than deep fat frying
- Super easy and done in 6-8 minutes + 5 minutes of preheating
What you need to make Air Fryer Jalapeno Poppers
Ingredient notes
- Frozen jalapeño poppers - either store bought or homemade
- Cooking oil is optional, but helps the crust crisp up nicely
How to make Air Fryer Frozen Jalapeno Poppers
- Brush the jalapeño poppers with oil
- Spread out in preheated air fryer basket
- Air fry for 6-8 minutes at 400°F (200°C), turning them once halfway
Tips & tricks
- Preheat the air fryer for best results
- Don't defrost the jalapeño poppers, cook them straight from frozen
- Cook in a single layer for best results
- Turn them halfway for an even cook
- Don't cook too long or the cheese will start oozing out
- Cook time can vary with different air fryers and brands of jalapeño poppers
- Test a few first to make sure you nail the perfect cook time
- Let them cool a bit before eating - that cheese is suuuuper hot!
- Store any leftovers in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 4 days - but I recommend not air frying more than you will finish
Recipe FAQ
Yes! It's the very best way to cook them.
Cook frozen jalapeno poppers in the air fryer for 6-8 minutes at 400°F (200°C), turning them once halfway.
Cook TGI Fridays frozen jalapeno poppers in the air fryer for 6-8 minutes at 400°F (200°C), turning them once halfway.
Sauces to serve them with
Need a sauce (or two) for your jalapeño poppers? Try these!
- 2-minute Gluten Free BBQ Sauce
- 5-minute Lime Aioli
- 5-minute Chipotle Ranch
- 5-minute Blue Cheese Sauce
- 5-minute Sour Cream Sauce with Avocado & Lime
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Recipe
Air Fryer Frozen Jalapeno Poppers
Print RateIngredients
- 6 frozen jalapeño poppers
- 1 teaspoon cooking oil
Instructions
- Brush the frozen jalapeño poppers with oil, then spread them out in a single layer in the air fryer basket.6 frozen jalapeño poppers, 1 teaspoon cooking oil
- Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 6-8 minutes, flipping them halfway.
- Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce!
Equipment needed for this recipe
- Pastry brush* (optional)
Notes
Ingredient notes & substitutions
- Frozen jalapeño poppers - either store bought or homemade
- Cooking oil is optional, but helps the crust crisp up nicely
Tips & tricks
- Preheat the air fryer for best results
- Don't defrost the jalapeño poppers, cook them straight from frozen
- Cook in a single layer for best results
- Turn them halfway for an even cook
- Don't cook too long or the cheese will start oozing out
- Cook time can vary with different air fryers and brands of jalapeño poppers
- Test a few first to make sure you nail the perfect cook time
- Let them cool a bit before eating - that cheese is suuuuper hot!
- Store any leftovers in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 4 days - but I recommend not air frying more than you will finish
Nutrition
Nutritional information is approximate and automatically calculated, and should only be viewed as an indication.
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