Description

Mummy Jalapeño Poppers are one of those recipes that just scream fun, and trust me, they’re just as much fun to eat as they are to make! I decided to try these out during our family movie night, and they were an instant hit. My kids loved the spooky mummy vibe, and my husband couldn’t stop raving about the combination of creamy, spicy, and cheesy goodness. We paired them with a Halloween-themed movie, and honestly, these little poppers stole the show. I’ve made jalapeño poppers before, but the cute “mummy” wrapping makes this recipe a must for any Halloween gathering—or anytime you’re in the mood for a whimsical snack that’s loaded with flavor.

Ingredients

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To make these spooky yet delicious mummy jalapeño poppers, you’ll need just a few simple ingredients that come together beautifully:

10 fresh jalapeños

8 oz cream cheese, softened

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

1 tsp garlic powder

1/2 tsp onion powder

1/2 tsp paprika

1/4 tsp salt

10 strips of beef bacon (cut in half lengthwise for wrapping)

Candy eyes (optional, for decoration)

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
Prepare the jalapeños by cutting them in half lengthwise. Carefully remove the seeds and membranes with a spoon. (Tip: Wear gloves when handling jalapeños to avoid any stinging sensations on your skin.)
Make the filling. In a medium-sized bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and salt until well combined.
Fill the jalapeños. Scoop the cream cheese mixture into each jalapeño half, smoothing it out with a spoon or butter knife.
Wrap the mummies. Roll out the crescent dough or puff pastry and cut it into thin strips (about 1/4 inch wide). Wrap each jalapeño popper with the dough, leaving a small space for the candy eyes after baking. The more uneven the wrapping, the spookier your mummies will look!
Bake. Place the wrapped jalapeños on your prepared baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes or until the dough is golden brown and crispy.
Decorate the mummies. Once out of the oven, let the poppers cool for a few minutes, then press the candy eyeballs into the dough. Now they look like cute little mummies!
Serve warm and watch them disappear before your eyes!

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes

Nutrition

Serving Size: 10
Calories: 150