Mummy Jalapeño Poppers Appetizer Recipe
Get ready for some spooky fun with these Mummy Jalapeño Poppers! They're perfect for Halloween parties or just a fun snack.
I’ll walk you through what you need, the steps, and some tips for making these tasty treats. 🎃
Equipment
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Mixing bowl
- Knife
- Spoon
- Pastry brush
- These tools help make the process smooth and easy.
- A baking sheet lined with parchment paper prevents sticking, and a knife and spoon are essential for prepping the jalapeños.
Ingredients
- 10 jalapeño peppers
- 4 oz cream cheese softened
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- 1 sheet puff pastry thawed
- 20 candy eyes
- The cream cheese and cheddar blend gives a creamy cheesy filling.
Puff pastry wraps create the mummy look. Remember the candy eyes to bring the mummies to life! 👀
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Slice jalapeños in half lengthwise and remove seeds.
- Mix softened cream cheese, cheddar, garlic, and onion powder in a bowl.
- Fill each jalapeño half with the cheese mix.
- Cut puff pastry into thin strips and wrap around the filled jalapeños.
- Add candy eyes on top.
- Place on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
Keeping each step simple helps ensure tasty mummies.
Notes
For a spicier bite, leave in some jalapeño seeds.
If you can’t find candy eyes, small circles of cheese and black olives work great too.
These fun poppers can also be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge, then baked right before serving.
They’re a hit at any party! 🎉