Description
These spooky Jalapeño Mummies are the perfect Halloween appetizer or fun snack! Creamy cheese-stuffed jalapeños wrapped in flaky dough, baked until golden, and topped with adorable edible eyes for a pop of personality.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8–10 fresh jalapeños, halved and deseeded
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tube crescent roll dough or pastry dough
- 1 egg (optional, for egg wash)
- Candy eyes or olive slices for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix cream cheese, shredded cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Spoon filling into each jalapeño half, pressing gently.
- Cut dough into narrow strips and wrap 2–3 around each jalapeño to resemble mummy bandages. Leave space for eyes.
- Place mummies on baking sheet. Brush dough with egg wash if using.
- Bake 12–20 minutes, until dough is golden and filling is hot.
- Cool slightly, then add candy eyes or olive slices for the face.
Notes
- Wear gloves when handling jalapeños to avoid irritation.
- For less heat, remove all seeds and ribs or use mini sweet peppers.
- Assemble ahead and bake fresh before serving for best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mummy
- Calories: 155
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg