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Crispy Mummy Jalapeño Poppers Wrapped in Crescent Dough

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These crispy mummy jalapeño poppers wrapped in flaky crescent dough are a perfect Halloween snack, combining spicy jalapeños with creamy cheese and a golden, crunchy exterior.

Ingredients

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  • 6 medium-sized fresh jalapeños
  • 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup (about 100 g) shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 can (8 oz/225 g) crescent roll dough
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or melted butter, for brushing
  • Optional: 1/4 cup (about 30 g) cooked bacon bits

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Slice each jalapeño in half lengthwise, scoop out seeds and membranes carefully (leave some seeds for more heat or remove all for mildness), and pat dry with paper towels.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth and well blended. Stir in cooked bacon bits if using.
  4. Spoon the cream cheese mixture evenly into each jalapeño half without overfilling.
  5. Unroll the crescent dough onto a clean surface and separate into triangles. Cut each triangle into thin strips about 1/4 inch (0.6 cm) wide.
  6. Wrap each stuffed jalapeño half loosely with crescent dough strips, leaving small gaps for the mummy effect. Place wrapped poppers on the baking sheet with the open side up.
  7. Lightly brush each mummy popper with olive oil or melted butter.
  8. Bake for 15-18 minutes or until dough is golden brown and crispy.
  9. Optional: Press two small dots of cream cheese or black sesame seeds onto each popper after baking to create ‘eyes.’
  10. Cool briefly and serve warm.

Notes

Pat jalapeños dry to prevent soggy dough. Wrap dough strips loosely to allow steam to escape and keep dough crispy. Use cold crescent dough for better flakiness. Brush with oil or butter for golden crispiness. Watch baking time closely to avoid burning or undercooking. Poppers can be assembled ahead and refrigerated up to 4 hours before baking. For extra crispiness, bake on a wire rack over the baking sheet.

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Keywords: jalapeño poppers, Halloween snacks, crescent dough, spicy appetizer, mummy poppers, party food

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