Crispy Air Fryer Stuffed Pickles You’ll Want Every Weekend
Crispy, cheesy, and tangy stuffed pickles air fried to perfection. The ultimate snack or party appetizer that’s crunchy on the outside and creamy on the inside!
Equipment
- Melon Baller or Small Spoon
- Mixing Bowl
- Air Fryer
- Whisk
- Three Dredging Bowls
- Tongs
Ingredients
For the Filling
- 8 whole dill pickles large, halved lengthwise and cored
- 1 block cream cheese softened
- 2 tbsp cooked bacon crumbled (or turkey bacon)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp chopped chives or green onions
- 1 pinch salt and pepper to taste
- 0.5 tsp red chili flakes optional
For the Coating
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- as needed olive oil spray for air fryer
Instructions
- Pat the pickles dry using paper towels and slice them in half lengthwise. Use a melon baller to scoop out the center of each half.
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, crumbled bacon, garlic powder, chives, salt, pepper, and red chili flakes (if using) until smooth.
- Fill each pickle half with the cream cheese mixture, leveling the top.
- Set up a dredging station with three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko breadcrumbs.
- Coat each stuffed pickle first in flour, then in egg, then in breadcrumbs. Press gently for an even coating.
- Spray each piece with olive oil and place in a preheated air fryer at 375°F (190°C).
- Air fry for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
Video
Notes
Avoid overstuffing the pickles to prevent the filling from oozing out. Always dry your pickles well before coating to ensure maximum crispiness.
