Halloween Jalapeño Popper Mummies Heavenly
Get ready to elevate your Halloween festivities with these spooky yet scrumptious Jalapeño Popper Mummies! Each bite features a crispy, golden-brown shell enveloping creamy, cheesy goodness with a hint of spice from fresh jalapeños. Perfect for parties or cozy movie nights, these whimsical mummies are sure to be a hit among kids and adults alike.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6 (12 mummies) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 12 fresh jalapeños, halved and seeds removed
- 8 oz full-fat cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Slice jalapeños in half lengthwise and remove seeds and membranes for desired spice level.
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, and smoked paprika until smooth.
- Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the filling into each jalapeño half.
- Cut the puff pastry into strips and wrap around the filled jalapeños, leaving gaps for eyes.
- Brush wrapped jalapeños with an egg wash and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 mummies (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 50mg