How spicy are Mummy Jalapeño Poppers?

It depends on the jalapeños. Removing seeds and membranes makes them milder, while leaving some in adds heat.

Can I use sweet peppers instead of jalapeños?

Yes! Mini sweet peppers are perfect for a kid-friendly, non-spicy version.

Do I need candy eyes?

Not at all. You can make eyes with cream cheese, olives, or even dots of black sesame seeds.

Yes. Freeze them unbaked after assembly, then bake straight from frozen, adding 5–7 extra minutes to the cook time.

Mummy Jalapeño Poppers – 7 Easy Steps to Make at Home

Mummy Jalapeño Poppers: Spooky, Cheesy, and Perfect for Halloween

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Mummy Jalapeño Poppers are spicy, cheesy, and wrapped in flaky crescent dough to look like mini mummies—complete with candy eyes! This fun Halloween appetizer is both flavorful and festive, making it a party favorite that’s easy to assemble and even more fun to eat.

Author: Imma
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Yield: 20 poppers 1x
Category: Appetizer
Method: Baked
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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10 jalapeño peppers, halved and seeded
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 tube refrigerated crescent roll dough (or puff pastry)
20 candy eyes (or small dots of cream cheese + olives)

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Slice jalapeños lengthwise and remove seeds and membranes.
In a bowl, mix cream cheese, cheddar, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until smooth.
Fill each jalapeño half with cheese mixture, smoothing the top.
Roll out crescent dough and cut into thin strips. Wrap each jalapeño like a mummy, leaving gaps and space for eyes.
Place on parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 12–15 minutes until golden.
Let cool slightly, then press on candy eyes (or use cream cheese and olive bits).
Serve warm and enjoy the spooky bite!

Notes

Make ahead by stuffing and wrapping jalapeños up to 4 hours in advance and refrigerating before baking. Use sweet mini peppers for a milder version or bacon for extra flavor. Freeze unbaked and bake straight from frozen, adding 5–7 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 popper
Calories: 90
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 160mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 3.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 4g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 15mg

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