Description
Enjoy these crispy, cheesy, and tangy Air Fryer Stuffed Pickles. This easy keto snack and appetizer recipe delivers a perfect balance of flavors without deep-frying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large dill pickles, halved lengthwise
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tbsp ranch seasoning
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder (optional)
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika (optional)
- Chopped green onions (for garnish)
- Crushed crackers or panko breadcrumbs (for extra crunch)
Instructions
- Prepare the cheese mixture by combining softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, and ranch seasoning in a bowl. Stir until smooth. Add garlic powder or smoked paprika for extra flavor.
- Slice each dill pickle in half lengthwise. Use a spoon to scoop out the center, creating a hollow space. Pat the pickles dry with paper towels.
- Stuff the hollowed-out pickles with the cheese mixture, ensuring it is spread evenly and not overflowing.
- Preheat your air fryer to 375degF (190degC). Lightly spray the air fryer basket with nonstick cooking spray.
- Arrange the stuffed pickles in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Air fry for 8-10 minutes, shaking halfway through, until the cheese is melted and the tops are golden brown.
- Let the air fryer stuffed pickles cool for 2-3 minutes before serving. Garnish with green onions or crushed crackers. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- Patting the pickles dry before stuffing helps prevent sogginess.
- Using softened cream cheese makes mixing and stuffing easier.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer; cook in batches for even crispiness.
- Adjust cooking time based on your air fryer model.
- Experiment with different cheeses like Monterey Jack, Pepper Jack, or Blue Cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 stuffed pickles
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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