Description
Deliciously spooky jalapeño poppers wrapped in flaky puff pastry, perfect for Halloween gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 large Fresh Jalapeños
- 8 oz Cream Cheese, softened
- 1 cup Shredded Cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 2 sheets Puff Pastry
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1 tsp Onion Powder
- ¼ cup Chopped Green Onions (optional)
- Sriracha or Hot Sauce (optional)
- Olive Slices for garnish
- Fresh Parsley or Cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Cut the jalapeños in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds and membranes.
- Mix cream cheese, shredded cheese, garlic powder, and onion powder until smooth. Add optional ingredients as desired.
- Thaw puff pastry, roll out, and cut into strips. Fill each jalapeño half with cream cheese mixture and wrap strips around them.
- Brush with egg wash and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown. Add olive slices for eyes before serving.
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Adjust spice levels to taste and consider making these poppers a day ahead for convenience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 popper
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg