Halloween Jalapeno Poppers (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ For the Dough
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1 cup all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting (you can swap in whole wheat or a gluten-free blend if you prefer)
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2 teaspoons baking powder
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3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
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1 cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt
→ For the Jalapeño Poppers
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8 fresh jalapeño peppers, halved lengthwise with seeds and stems removed
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3 ounces light cream cheese, softened
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2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese
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4 scallions, green tops only, thinly sliced
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2 ounces shredded part-skim sharp cheddar cheese (about 1/2 cup)
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1 egg white, lightly beaten (a whole egg works just as well)
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Candy eyeballs for decorating
# Instructions:
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Set your oven to 350°F and let it warm up while you prep everything else.
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Line a baking sheet with either a silicone mat or parchment paper. If you're using parchment, give it a light spray of oil so nothing sticks.
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In a medium bowl, combine the cream cheese, cheddar, Parmesan, and sliced scallions until everything's well blended. Use a small spoon or spatula to stuff each jalapeño half generously with this cheesy mixture.
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Whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl. Add the Greek yogurt and stir with a fork or spatula until it forms small crumbles and comes together.
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Sprinkle some flour on your counter and turn out the dough. Knead it gently about 15 times until it becomes smooth and slightly tacky but doesn't stick to your hands.
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Dust your work surface and rolling pin with a bit more flour. Roll the dough into a thin rectangle roughly 13 by 9 inches, then cut it into strips about half an inch wide.
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Take each dough strip and wrap it around a stuffed jalapeño half in a crisscross pattern, leaving a gap near the top for the eyes. Place each wrapped pepper on your prepared baking sheet.
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Brush the dough-wrapped peppers with the beaten egg white, then pop them in the oven for 30 minutes until they're golden brown and the peppers are tender and hot.
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Once they're done baking, let them cool slightly, then press the candy eyes into place. Arrange on a serving platter and enjoy while they're still warm!
# Notes:
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Short on time? Feel free to use store-bought pizza dough or crescent roll dough instead of making your own.
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These spooky appetizers are perfect for Halloween parties and can be prepped ahead of time before baking.