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Mummy Jalapeno Pepper Poppers Recipe

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  • Author: Lea
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings

Description

Mummy Jalapeno Peppers are a festive and spicy appetizer perfect for Halloween or any fun gathering. Fresh jalapeños are stuffed with a creamy blend of cream cheese and shredded cheddar, then wrapped in flaky crescent roll dough to resemble mummies. Candy eyes add a playful finishing touch, making these poppers irresistible and visually delightful.

Ingredients

Jalapeño Peppers

  • 6 jalapeño peppers

Cheese Filling

  • 4 ounces cream cheese (room temperature)
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Other

  • 1 can crescent roll dough
  • 24 candy eyes

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place an oven-proof wire rack over a baking sheet and lightly spray the rack with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Prepare Jalapeños: Cut the jalapeño peppers in half lengthwise. Carefully remove all seeds and membranes from each half to reduce the heat and create a cavity for the filling.
  3. Make Cheese Mixture: In a bowl, combine the cream cheese and shredded cheddar cheese. Mash them together thoroughly using a fork until the mixture is smooth and evenly blended.
  4. Stuff Peppers: Spoon the cheese mixture evenly into each jalapeño half, ensuring not to overfill so the filling stays contained during baking.
  5. Cut Crescent Dough: Unroll the crescent roll dough onto a clean surface and cut it into thin strips suitable for wrapping around the jalapeños.
  6. Wrap Jalapeños: Take the strips and wrap them around each stuffed jalapeño half to mimic mummy bandages. Start wrapping twice around the top of the pepper, leave a small gap for the eyes, then continue wrapping the rest of the pepper.
  7. Arrange on Rack: Place the wrapped jalapeño poppers on the prepared wire rack to allow even cooking all around.
  8. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until the crescent roll dough is lightly browned and the cheese filling is hot and bubbly.
  9. Add Eyes: Remove from the oven and immediately press two candy eyes into the gap left in the crescent dough to complete the mummy look.
  10. Serve: Serve the mummy jalapeño peppers warm for the best taste and texture.

Notes

  • Wear gloves when handling jalapeños to avoid skin irritation from the capsaicin.
  • Remove jalapeño seeds thoroughly to control spiciness; leave some if you prefer extra heat.
  • Crescent roll dough strips should be thin but sturdy enough to wrap without tearing.
  • Use room temperature cream cheese for easier mixing and smooth filling.
  • Serve with ranch or sour cream dip for added flavor contrast.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and reheat in the oven for best texture.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://recipesbylea.com/mummy-jalapeno-pepper-poppers-recipe/