Air Fryer Pickle Poppers : Cheesy, Crispy, Low-Carb Snack
These Air Fryer Pickle Poppers are a bold, tangy twist on jalapeño poppers—perfect for keto lovers, game day, or anytime you’re craving something salty, creamy, and crunchy. Hollowed pickles are stuffed with cream cheese, topped with bacon and cheddar, then air-fried to bubbly, golden perfection.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 6 poppers 1x
Ingredients
6 large dill pickles, halved lengthwise and scooped
½ cup cream cheese, softened
¼ cup bacon bits (real or crumbled cooked bacon)
½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
Slice pickles in half lengthwise and scoop out the centers with a spoon.
Fill each pickle boat with cream cheese.
Sprinkle with bacon bits, then top with shredded cheddar.
Place filled pickles in the air fryer basket.
Air fry at 390°F for 5–6 minutes, or until cheese is melted and lightly browned.
Let cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Calories: 110
- Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Protein: 5g