Mummy Jalapeño Poppers in the Air Fryer {Oven Directions Included}
Finding cute snacks to serve for Halloween is the best part of the holiday. And whether you're hosting a party or just looking for an appetizer for Halloween dinner, you can't go wrong with jalapeño poppers! With the help of some crescent roll dough and your air fryer, you can whip up a spooky dish perfect for the spooky holiday. These mummy jalapeño poppers are an adorable treat packed with flavor. And they can be prepared in a matter of minutes.
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What Do I Need to Make Mummy Jalapeno Poppers?
Jalapeño poppers are a spicy snack that's perfect for any party. And since they're so easy to make, you can prepare them in no time! But the best part about this simple recipe is the short ingredient list. To make jalapeño popper mummies at home, you'll need:
- Crescent roll dough
- Fresh jalapeños
- Cream cheese
- Shredded cheese
- Garlic powder
- Egg
- Candy eyeballs: I used Wilton mini candy eyeballs
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How Do I Make Mummy Jalapeño Poppers?
These adorable mummy appetizers couldn't be simpler to make! And when you use your air fryer, you can whip them up with just a few minutes of prep work. Just follow these five steps to make your own Halloween jalapeño poppers.
Step One: Prepare the Crescent Roll Dough
Open the crescent roll dough container and unroll the dough, keeping the triangles intact. Pinch each seam together to create a full dough sheet. Then, place the sheet between two pieces of parchment paper and roll it out until it's around ⅛th inch thick. Remove the parchment paper and slice the sheet into long, thin strips to resemble a mummy's wrap.
Step Two: Combine the Filling Ingredients
Set the crescent roll dough strips aside and gather up the ingredients for the filling. Add the softened cream cheese, shredded cheese, and garlic powder to a small mixing bowl. Stir the filling ingredients together until they're well blended.
Step Three: Stuff the Jalapenos
Slice each jalapeño in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and membrane from the inside of each half. Spoon the filling mixture into each pepper, making sure not to over-fill the jalapeños Continue stuffing each pepper until all the halves are full.
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Step Four: Make the Mummies
Use the crescent roll dough strips to wrap each jalapeño to resemble a mummy. Wrap in varying directions, overlapping the dough slightly. Keep in mind that the dough will expand as it bakes, so be careful not to overlap the strips too much. When all the peppers are wrapped in dough, place the egg in a small bowl and beat it until it's smooth. Brush the beaten egg over the top of the dough on each pepper.
Step Five: Air Fry the Jalapeno Poppers
Place the prepared jalapeño poppers in the basket of your air fryer. Set it to cook at 375 degrees for 10 minutes, until the dough is golden brown and cooked through. When the mummies are finished cooking, allow them to cool slightly. Then, place two eyes on each jalapeno before serving.
Note: These were made in the Chefman TurboFry Touch 8 Quart Air Fryer. Cooking times and temperatures can vary between makes & models of air fryers. It is best to frequently check food the first time cooking it in your air fryer at home, as you may need to adjust timing and temperature for best results in your air fryer.
Can I make the Jalapeño Mummy Poppers in the Oven?
Yes! Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with tin foil or parchment paper. Then, simply follow the steps above for creating the Mummy Jalapeño Poppers. Once they are all made, place them on prepared baking sheet. Bake on center rack in the oven for 10 to 12 minutes or until the dough is lightly browned.
How Do You Slice Jalapeños?
Using fresh jalapeño peppers is a must when making jalapeño poppers. But figuring out how to prepare them isn't easy if you've never sliced peppers before. To get your jalapenos ready for stuffing, use these tips and tricks.
- Wear some gloves. The juices inside jalapeño peppers can be very spicy. To prevent the pepper juice from getting on your skin, it's a good idea to wear some gloves when slicing your jalapeños. Plastic food prep gloves are perfect for protecting your fingers while you slice.
- Cut the peppers in half. To make jalapeño poppers, you'll need to start by slicing each pepper in half lengthwise. As you cut, do your best to keep the stem intact to make serving and eating your poppers a little bit easier.
- Remove the seeds and membrane. Once you have your peppers sliced, you'll see that the inside of the jalapeños is filled with seeds. Use the end of your knife or a spoon to scoop out all the seeds. It's also a good idea to remove the white membrane that is holding the seeds in place to help reduce the spiciness of your jalapeño poppers.
- Rinse the peppers. Once you have all the insides removed, run each pepper under cold water to help clean it and remove leftover seeds. After that, blot the inside of each pepper with a paper towel to remove excess water.
What Can I Use in Place of Candy Eyes?
Putting a couple of candy eyes on top of your peppers is a cute touch. But since candy eyes are sweet, they don't really match the flavors of the appetizer. If you're looking for a savory alternative, try using some sliced black olives or diced red bell peppers as eyes instead.
How Do I Store Mummy Jalapeño Poppers?
After you're finished eating your jalapeño poppers, they will need to be refrigerated. Transfer the leftovers to an airtight container and store them in the fridge for up to three days. You can reheat your jalapeño poppers in the microwave, oven, or air fryer.
Mummy Jalapeño Poppers in the Air Fryer
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 can crescent rolls
- 6 fresh jalapeños
- 1 8 oz package cream cheese
- ½ cup cheddar Jack blend cheese, shredded may substitute with Mexican blend, cheddar or mozzarella
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 egg
- 24 candy eyeballs
Instructions
- Clean and prepare jalapeños by slicing them open, removing the seeds and the white membrane that seeds are attached to. Try to leave the stem intact as it provides a perfect handle.
- Rinse the jalapeños out with cold water and place on paper towels to dry,
- Roll out crescent roll dough leaving individual rolls together. Pinch the perforated lines closed.
- Place dough between two sheets of parchment paper. Roll flat to ⅛” thick.
- Cut slices lengthwise with a pizza cutter to mimic mummy wrap. Set aside.
- Add cheese and garlic to a mixing bowl and beat with a hand mixer until light and airy
- Fill the inside of the jalapeños with cheese mixture.
- Wrap the jalapeños in the dough to mimic a mummy. You can overlap the dough but the dough will expand so do not over-wrap the jalapeños. You want to see the jalapeños under the wrapping.
- Whisk the egg and brush over the wrapped jalapeños.
- Place in a parchment-lined air fryer basket. Cook for 10 minutes at 375°f or until the dough is golden brown.
- Once cooked remove and let cool. Place two eyes on each jalapeño pushing into the cheese filling.
- Serve and enjoy!
Oven Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with tin foil or parchment paper.
- Follow steps above in air fryer instructions for creating the mummy poppers. (Preparing jalapeños through brushing with egg wash)
- Place them on prepared baking sheet. Bake on center rack in the oven for 10 to 12 minutes or until the dough is lightly browned.
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