How long do you cook poppers in the oven

The amount of time needed to cook jalapeño poppers depends on your recipe and your oven temperature, varying from about 15 minutes at 400° to about 30 minutes at 350°.

Making Fresh Jalapeño Poppers

Any time you're handling spicy peppers, start by putting on gloves. Then, cut the jalapeños in half lengthwise and scoop out the insides. Jalapeño poppers are typically filled with either cream cheese, cheddar cheese, or a mixture of both. Other ingredients such as chives, breadcrumbs, or bacon bits can also be included. Experiment to find your perfect combination!

Once you pop your poppers in the oven, you'll want to let them cook until the cheese is thoroughly melted and the pepper is tender. If you are making bacon-wrapped jalapeño poppers, make sure the bacon is nice and crispy as well.

How Long to Cook Frozen Jalapeño Poppers

If you assemble your own jalapeño poppers ahead of time and freeze them, they will need to be cooked at 425° for about 25 to 30 minutes. If you purchase jalapeño poppers in a box from the frozen food section at the grocery store, it's recommended to cook them at 450° for 8 to 9 minutes, then flip them over and leave them in for another 7 to 8 minutes.

Jalapeño poppers are one of the easiest, most satisfying party apps. In this recipe, cream cheese and shredded Pepper Jack are stuffed in the jalapeños before being wrapped in bacon (because everything is better with bacon). When cooked, the cheese gets hot and melty while the peppers mellow slightly, making it a perfect combo. The best part? This easy app is gluten-free and keto friendly, so you can satisfy a wide array of party guests! 

Here are a few tips to help you execute this easy app:

Do I have to add the bacon?

Nope! Obviously we love bacon with everything, but if you've got vegetarian guests, you can totally skip it—they'll still taste amazing. 

Can I make jalapeño poppers in the air fryer?

Yes! These poppers are delicious in the oven or the air fryer, and we've included instructions for both in the recipe. The air fryer will cut your cooking time in half, but you'll need to bake them in batches to ensure you're cooking in single layers! If you're making it in the oven, bake on a rack set inside a sheet tray or use small wads of foil to keep the poppers stable while baking. 

Can I make these ahead of time? 

If you want to make these ahead of your next party, prepare the filling and refrigerate until ready to use. You can also halve the jalapeños and take out the ribs and seeds beforehand. To take early prep a step further, freeze after assembly: Freeze the assembled poppers in a single layer on a sheet tray lined with parchment paper for 4-6 hours. Then transfer them to a plastic freezer bag to save space.

Looking for more? Try our Jalapeño Popper Dip for a delicious dippable version, or our Jalapeño Popper Crisps for the easiest, tastiest snack. 

Made these? Let us know how it went in the comments below!  

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Directions

• For the Oven:

  1. Step 1Preheat oven to 400°. In a large bowl, combine cream cheese, Pepper Jack, and garlic. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. Step 2Halve jalapeños lengthwise, then use a spoon to remove seeds and veins. Fill with cheese mixture and wrap each with a halved slice of bacon.
  3. Step 3Place on a baking sheet and bake until bacon is crispy and peppers are tender, about 25 minutes.

• For the Air Fryer:

  1. Step 1In a large bowl, combine cream cheese, Pepper Jack, and garlic. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. Step 2Halve jalapeños lengthwise, then use a spoon to remove seeds and veins. Fill with cheese mixture and wrap each with a halved slice of bacon.
  3. Step 3Working in batches, place jalapeños in a single layer in air-fryer basket. Cook at 400° until cheese is bubbly and bacon is cooked through, 10 to 12 minutes.

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Lindsay Funston is the current Executive Editor at Delish, where she manages all food, culture, video and social content. She's worn many hats at the brand over the years: traveling the country in pursuit of pickles, creating gravity-defying "cheese pulls", and almost burning down the Delish kitchen with marshmallow cupcakes.

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