Jalapeño Popper Mummies

I can’t decide if this Halloween food is spooky, adorable, or a little bit of both? Either way, these crescent dough wrapped cream cheese jalapenos are crowd pleasing snacks for adults!

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If you’re looking for Halloween party food ideas, this yummy appetizer always takes center stage! 

The only time of year that I truly enjoy entertaining is the beautiful month of October because Halloween is by far my favorite holiday. I’m not sure what that says about me, but there’s just something about making spooky treats and snacks that makes me feel quite gleeful. 

The best Halloween food idea for parties! These jalapeno mummies are a delicious appetizer for adults made with peppers, cream cheese and Pillsbury crescent dough.

These Cheesy Jalapeño Mummies have become an annual tradition at our Halloween party because they are not only delicious, but look awesome as part of all the creepy Halloween food on the appetizer table. The spicy and savory flavor is a nice complement to all the sweet candy!

Are you throwing a Halloween party? You've got to try this easy appetizer for adults! These Jalapeno Popper Mummies are simple to make and crowd pleasing. They are an awesome addition to your Halloween table along with all of the other spooky food ideas!

Ingredients

  • 10 medium size jalapeños 
  • 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
  • 1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese 
  • 1 tube refrigerated crescent rolls 
  • 1-2 eggs
  • candy eyes
  • seasoning to taste (I use a dash of salt & garlic powder)

Ingredients to make Jalapeno Popper Mummies including cream cheese, pepper jack cheese, crescent dough, eggs, and candy eyeballs.

Step 1 In a medium size bowl, mix the softened cream cheese together with the shredded pepper jack cheese and season with a pinch of salt and garlic powder. Go easy on the salt! The cheese and dough are already loaded with it. 

Mixing cream cheese and pepper jack cheese together to make cute Jalapeno Popper Mummies for Halloween.

Step 2 Cut your jalapeños in half length wise trying to leave the stems attached, and then scrape out all of the seeds and guts. I recommend wearing disposable gloves, especially if you have sensitive skin, or have any scratches or cuts on your hands. The hot peppers can really sting!

Jalapenos sliced in half ready for stuffing.

Step 3 Use a small spatula or spoon to evenly stuff your halved jalapeño peppers with the prepared cheese mixture. 

Placing the delicious cream cheese mixture into the Jalapenos.

Step 4 Open up your tube of crescent dough and smoosh the creases together on a cutting board to create four dough rectangles. Next, use a pizza cutter to cut about 10 long strips of dough out of each one. 

Pillsbury refrigerated crescent dough being prepared into strips for making Halloween Jalapeño Popper Mummies-- A fun and spooky appetizer for adults.

Step 5 Wrap your dough strips around your stuffed jalapeños, leaving a gap about a quarter of the way down to leave room for your candy eyes, and then place them on a large sheet pan. 

Cream cheese stuffed jalapenos wrapped in refrigerated strips of crescent dough, ready for the oven.

Step 6 In a small bowl, whisk together an egg until well blended. I used two eggs, but it turned out to be way too much! Start with a single egg and then add another if needed. Use a pastry brush to give your wrapped jalapeños a good rub down. 

Brushing egg wash onto cream cheese stuffed Jalapeno peppers wrapped in thin strips of dough to make a fun and easy Halloween appetizer for parties.

Step 7 Bake at 400°F for about 10 minutes or until the dough is golden brown. You may need a little extra time so keep an eye on them! After they have cooled for a few minutes, place two candy eyes on the empty space you left between the dough. 

Placing candy eyes onto baked Jalapeno Popper Mummies that have just come out of the oven.

These Jalapeño Popper Mummies are exquisite even after they’ve been sitting on the counter for hours. There’s no need to serve them right away. The cheese hardens a bit as they sit, plus I feel like you can taste all of the delectable flavors when you’re not burning your mouth. 

Jalapeño Popper Mummies are a fun and easy Halloween appetizer to make for parties! Simply stuff jalapeño peppers with a cheesy mixture, wrap with strips of crescent dough, and then bake. Don't forget the candy eyes for the finishing touch!

Helpful Tips

  • Not every jalapeño is created equal. Some of them are mild, and some of them will scorch your tongue off. They get hotter as they age, eventually turning an orange and red color. Keep this in mind when choosing your peppers. 
  • Be sure to cut your crescent dough into really thin strips or you won’t have enough to go around. 
  • Are you not digging the idea of candy eyeballs? You could also try cutting up black olives!
  • It’s nearly impossible to leave all of the stems attached when cutting the jalapeños in half, but I think it gives them a little more character, plus it makes them easier to eat. 
  • This appetizer is naturally vegetarian friendly, but you could add some crumbled bacon to the cheese mixture if you’d like. 

Close up of a super cute Halloween appetizer called Jalapeño Popper Mummies. An easy party snack for adults during the spooky season!

 

Jalapeño Popper Mummies (Halloween Party Food)

This awesome Halloween appetizer will be a hit at your next party! The most delicious finger food for adults combining spicy, salty, sweet, creamy and crunchy all at the same time.
Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Keyword: cream cheese, finger food, halloween, parties
Servings: 20

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
  • 1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
  • pinch salt & garlic powder
  • 10 jalapeños (medium size)
  • 1 tube refrigerated Crescent rolls
  • 1 egg
  • candy eyes

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400°F and line a large baking sheet with foil.
  • In a medium size bowl, mix the softened cream cheese together with the shredded pepper jack cheese and season with a pinch of salt and garlic powder.
  • Cut your jalapeños in half length wise trying to leave the stems attached, and then scrape out all of the seeds and guts. I recommend wearing disposable gloves because the peppers can sting.
  • Use a small spatula or spoon to evenly stuff your halved jalapeño peppers with the prepared cheese mixture. 
  • Open up your tube of crescent dough and smoosh the creases together on a cutting board to create four dough rectangles. Next, use a pizza cutter to cut about 10 long strips of dough out of each one. 
  • Wrap your dough strips around your stuffed jalapeños, leaving a gap about a quarter of the way down from the top to leave room for your candy eyes, and then place them on your sheet pan. 
  • In a small bowl, whisk together an egg until well blended. Use a pastry brush to give your wrapped jalapeños a good rub down. 
  • Bake for approximately 10-12 minutes or until the dough is golden brown. The time can vary so keep a close eye on them. After they have cooled for a few minutes, place two candy eyes on the empty space you left between the dough. 
  • Enjoy immediately or within three hours of baking. I think they are better once they have cooled off for a while!

Notes

  • Be sure to cut your crescent dough into really thin strips or you won't have enough to go around.
  • Are you not digging the idea of candy eyeballs? You could also try cutting black olives into small pieces. 
  • It's nearly impossible to leave all of the stems attached when cutting the jalapeños in half, but I think it gives them a little more character, plus it makes them easier to eat.
  • This appetizer is naturally vegetarian friendly, but you could add some crumbled bacon to the cheese mixture if you'd like.

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This easy Halloween appetizer for adults is a hit at parties! Jalapeño Popper Mummies are a spooky vegetarian snack loaded with a delicious cream cheese mixture and wrapped with crescent dough. Add some candy eyeballs and they are actually kind of cute! A great table display for a fall party.

Jalapeño Popper Mummies | This yummy Halloween party food is a real crowd pleaser for adults! Simply stuff jalapenos with a mixture of cream cheese and pepper jack, wrap with strips of refrigerated crescent dough, bake, and then add candy eyes to create cute yet creepy finger food for parties. Easy Jalapeño Popper Mummies Appetizer made with crescent dough! This fun Halloween recipe is made vegetarian with a mixture of cheeses stuffed into peppers and then wrapped with Pillsbury crescent dough. Delicious finger food for adults! They look awesome as a display on your appetizer table-- both cute and creepy at the same time. Are you looking for fun and easy Halloween appetizers to make? These Jalapeño Popper Mummies are the best finger food for parties! They are cheesy, yummy, handheld food that's almost too cute to eat. Serve them up at your next party and everyone will be asking you for the recipe. Step by Step tutorial on how to make Jalapeño Popper Mummies, an easy and crowd pleasing vegetarian Halloween appetizer and snack for Halloween.

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