Mummy Jalapeño Poppers Recipe

These Mummy Jalapeño Poppers are a fun, spooky spin on the classic party appetizer. Fresh jalapeños are halved and stuffed with a creamy cheese mixture, then wrapped in crescent roll dough to look like little mummies. Baked until golden and crispy, they’re finished with candy eyes for a playful Halloween touch. They’re equal parts cute and delicious—perfect for serving at parties alongside other themed snacks. Creamy, spicy, and festive, these mummy bites are sure to be a crowd favorite.

Mummy Jalapeño Poppers Recipe

Mummy Jalapeño Poppers are spooky Halloween appetizers made with cream cheese–stuffed jalapeños wrapped in crescent roll dough and baked until golden.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 18 minutes mins

Total Time 33 minutes mins

Servings: 16

Cuisine: American

Calories: 90

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 8 fresh jalapeños halved and seeded
• 8 oz cream cheese softened
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ¼ tsp paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 package crescent roll dough
• Candy eyes or small pieces of black olives

Method

 

1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a bowl, mix cream cheese, cheddar, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
3. Fill each jalapeño half with cheese mixture.
4. Cut crescent roll dough into thin strips. Wrap strips around jalapeños, leaving space for “eyes.”
5. Place stuffed jalapeños on baking sheet.
6. Bake 15–18 minutes until golden brown.
7. Remove from oven and cool slightly.
8. Add candy eyes before serving.

Notes

• Use gloves when handling jalapeños to avoid irritation.
• Substitute mini sweet peppers for a milder version.
• Serve with ranch or salsa for dipping.