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Mummy Jalapeño Poppers

Delicious Mummy Jalapeño Poppers for a Spooky Treat!

Spooky Mummy Jalapeño Poppers are a perfect blend of cheesy goodness and spice, ideal for Halloween gatherings.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 poppers
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 130

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 8 whole Jalapeños Halved and seeded
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Soften before mixing
  • 8 oz Pepper Jack Cheese Can substitute with cheddar or mozzarella
For the Wrap
  • 1 can Crescent Dough Creates a flaky mummy effect
For Decoration
  • 1 pack Candy Eyeballs Optional decoration
For Extra Flavor
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Enhances flavor profile
  • 1 tsp Paprika Adds subtle smoky flavor

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • piping bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese and shredded pepper jack cheese until smooth. Add garlic powder or paprika if desired.
  3. Halve and seed the jalapeños, then fill each half with the cheese mixture.
  4. Unroll the crescent dough, cut into strips, and wrap each stuffed jalapeño, leaving an opening at the top for candy eyeballs.
  5. Place the wrapped poppers on the baking sheet and bake for 13-15 minutes or until golden brown.
  6. Let cool slightly, then add candy eyeballs before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1popperCalories: 130kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 5gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Wear gloves when handling jalapeños to avoid skin irritation. Assemble ahead of time and bake fresh for gatherings.

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