Mummy Jalapeño Poppers are a fun Halloween appetizer made with spicy jalapeños stuffed with creamy cheese, wrapped in flaky crescent dough, and baked until golden. They’re perfect for Halloween parties, appetizers, or a spooky snack.
Why This Recipe Works
These jalapeño poppers combine creamy, cheesy filling with a crispy pastry wrapping. The mummy design makes them festive and easy to serve at Halloween gatherings.
Ingredients
- 10 fresh jalapeños
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 can refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 20 small candy eyes or edible eyes
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
How to Make Mummy Jalapeño Poppers
- Prepare the jalapeños: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Slice the jalapeños lengthwise and remove the seeds and membranes.
- Make the filling: Mix cream cheese, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- Fill the jalapeños: Spoon the cheese mixture evenly into each jalapeño half.
- Prepare the dough: Unroll the crescent dough and cut it into thin strips.
- Wrap the jalapeños: Wrap each stuffed jalapeño with several strips of dough, leaving a small opening near the top for the mummy’s eyes.
- Bake: Place the wrapped jalapeños on the prepared baking sheet and brush the dough lightly with melted butter. Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until the dough is golden brown.
- Add the eyes: Allow the poppers to cool slightly, then place two edible eyes in the opening of each mummy.
- Serve: Arrange the mummy jalapeño poppers on a platter and serve warm.
Tips for the Best Mummy Jalapeño Poppers
- Remove the seeds and membranes for a milder appetizer.
- Keep the crescent dough chilled so it is easier to cut and wrap.
- Leave small gaps between the dough strips so the filling remains visible.
- Use edible candy eyes or small pieces of mozzarella and black olive instead of non-edible decorations.
- Serve warm with ranch dressing or your favorite dipping sauce.
Final Thoughts
Mummy Jalapeño Poppers are a spooky and delicious Halloween appetizer that’s easy to prepare. The creamy cheese filling, spicy jalapeños, and golden crescent dough make them a fun addition to any Halloween party.
