Name: Air Fryer Jalapeno Popper Mummies Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 11 min
Total time: 26 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 6 large jalapeno peppers; 8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature; ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese; ½ teaspoon garlic powder; ½ teaspoon onion powder; ¼ teaspoon salt; 1 can crescent roll dough; 1 large egg; 1 tablespoon water (for egg wash); 12 candy eyes or sliced black olives (for decoration)

Introduction

These Air Fryer Jalapeno Popper Mummies are a fun, spooky twist on the classic appetizer, perfect for Halloween or any party. They combine creamy, cheesy stuffed jalapenos wrapped in flaky crescent dough, cooked to golden perfection in the air fryer. Quick to make and irresistibly tasty, they’re sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

The image shows many small green jalapeño peppers cut in half and filled with a light yellow creamy cheese mixture. Each pepper is wrapped with thin, golden brown baked pastry strips arranged diagonally in layers, crisscrossing over the cheese filling, making them look like little mummies. Two round white candy eyes with black centers are placed near the top of each pepper, peeking through the pastry strips. All peppers are neatly arranged close together on a white marbled surface, creating a playful and fun presentation. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Instructions

Step 1: Slice the jalapenos in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and membranes.

Step 2: In a small bowl, combine the cream cheese, shredded cheddar, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt. Stir well to mix.

Step 3: Spoon the cheese mixture into the hollowed-out jalapeno halves.

Step 4: Unroll the crescent roll dough between two sheets of parchment paper. Roll it out to about ⅛ inch thick using a rolling pin. Cut the dough into long, narrow strips with a pizza cutter.

Step 5: Wrap each stuffed jalapeno with the dough strips, overlapping slightly to create a mummy effect. Leave some gaps so the pepper shows through and leave space for the eyes after cooking.

Step 6: Beat the egg with 1 tablespoon of water to make an egg wash.

Step 7: Place the wrapped peppers in a parchment-lined air fryer basket. Lightly brush the dough with the egg wash.

Step 8: Air fry at 370°F (188°C) for 10 to 11 minutes until the dough is golden brown.

Step 9: Carefully remove the poppers and place on a serving plate. Add candy eyes or olive slices to create the mummy’s eyes.

Step 10: Serve warm, ideally with ranch dressing for dipping.

Tips & Variations

For less heat, use mini sweet peppers or remove all jalapeno seeds.

Add cooked bacon bits or diced cooked sausage to the cheese filling for extra flavor.

If candy eyes aren’t available, small slices of black olives or dots of sour cream can make good eyes.

Use puff pastry instead of crescent roll dough for a flakier texture.

FAQs

Can I make these without an air fryer?

Yes, you can bake them in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.

Can I prepare these ahead of time?

You can assemble the mummies and keep them covered in the refrigerator for a few hours before cooking. Just add the eyes after cooking and before serving.