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Jalapeño Eyeball Tarts

Jalapeño Eyeball Tarts That Steal the Halloween Show

Transform your gathering into a themed celebration with Jalapeño Eyeball Tarts, a perfect Halloween appetizer.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 tarts
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Pastry
  • 2 sheets Puff Pastry Store-bought for convenience
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Softened for easy spreading
For the Filling
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Opt for blocks for the right texture
  • 1 cup Grated Cheddar Cheese Monterey Jack can be used as a substitute
  • ½ cup Pickled Jalapeños Adjust according to your spice tolerance
  • ½ cup Bacon Crumbles Optional for savory depth
  • 2 tablespoons Chives Chopped, can use green onions
For the Topping
  • 2 slices Fresh Jalapeños Seeded and sliced for decoration
  • ½ cup Sweet Chili Sauce For topping

Equipment

  • mini muffin pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Rolling Pin

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Roll out two sheets of puff pastry together on a lightly floured surface. Brush with softened butter, roll into a log, and chill for 20 minutes.
  2. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Slice the chilled pastry log into ½-inch rounds, flatten into cupcake shapes, and place in a mini muffin pan.
  3. Mix softened cream cheese, grated cheddar, pickled jalapeños, chives, and bacon crumbles in a bowl until creamy.
  4. Spoon the filling into each pastry shell, leaving space at the top to prevent overflow.
  5. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and puffed. Add fresh jalapeño slices on top in the last 5 minutes.
  6. Remove from oven, cool slightly, and top with sweet chili sauce before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tartCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Serve warm for the best flavor and adjust jalapeño amount based on guest preferences.

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