Description
Baked Mummy Jalapeno Poppers are a spook-tacular Halloween treat that combines the heat of jalapenos with a creamy cheese filling, all wrapped in golden, flaky puff pastry. These delightful bites are perfect for parties or cozy movie nights, offering a crispy exterior and a cheesy, zesty interior that will keep your guests coming back for more. Easy to make and irresistibly delicious, these poppers are sure to be the highlight of your Halloween festivities!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 fresh jalapenos
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Slice each jalapeno in half lengthwise and remove seeds.
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, and salt until smooth.
- Generously stuff each jalapeno half with the cheese mixture.
- Roll out the puff pastry, cut into strips, and wrap around the stuffed jalapenos to create mummy shapes.
- Brush each wrapped popper with an egg wash and bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jalapeno popper (45g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg