Mummy Peppers
A fun and festive Halloween treat that combines healthy bells peppers with a delicious filling, perfect for parties and kids.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free Option
Ingredients
- Bell Peppers (Red, Yellow, or Green) – 6 medium-sized
- Ground Meat (Turkey or Beef) – 1 pound
- Cream Cheese – 1/2 cup
- Shredded Cheese (Cheddar or Mozzarella) – 1 cup
- Garlic Powder – 1 teaspoon
- Onion Powder – 1 teaspoon
- Salt and Pepper – to taste
- Puff Pastry – 1 sheet (thawed)
- Googly Eyes – 12 edible candy eyes for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the Peppers: Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds.
- Cook the Meat: In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground meat until fully cooked, about 7-10 minutes.
- Mix the Filling: Stir in the cream cheese, shredded cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to the cooked meat.
- Stuff the Peppers: Spoon the filling into each prepared pepper, packing it tightly.
- Create Mummy Bands: Roll out the puff pastry and cut it into thin strips. Wrap the strips around the stuffed peppers.
- Bake: Place the wrapped peppers upright on a baking sheet. Bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Add Eyes: Remove from the oven and press two googly eyes onto each pepper. Serve warm!
Notes
Customize the stuffing by adding extra veggies or spices to suit your taste.