Crispy Bacon Jalapeño Poppers with Slaw
Cream cheese–stuffed jalapeños wrapped in bacon, air-fried until crispy in under 15 minutes. Served with tangy cabbage slaw and a quick ranch dip for the perfect BBQ snack.
- Total time
- 12 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 285
- Protein
- 14g
Ingredients
- 12 whole fresh jalapeños
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 8 slices bacon slices
- 2 cups shredded cabbage
- ½ cup ranch dressing
Instructions
- 1
Cut jalapeños in half lengthwise. Scoop out seeds and white ribs with a small spoon, leaving a thin shell.
- 2
Mix cream cheese and cheddar in a bowl until smooth. Spoon into each jalapeño half, filling generously.
- 3
Cut bacon slices in half. Wrap one piece around each poppers, seam-side down. Arrange on the air fryer basket.
- 4
Air fry at 400°F for 8–10 minutes until bacon is crispy and cheese bubbles at the edges.
- 5
Toss cabbage with 2 tbsp ranch dressing. Serve poppers hot alongside the slaw and remaining ranch for dipping.
Tools you’ll need
- small spoon or melon baller
- mixing bowl
- cutting board and knife
- air fryer basket
- air fryer (400°F capable)
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