Baked Cheese Mummies Recipe

Introduction

Baked Cheese Mummies are a fun and spooky snack perfect for Halloween or any festive occasion. These cheesy treats wrapped in flaky puff pastry are easy to make and sure to delight both kids and adults alike.

Ingredients

• 2 sheets thawed puff pastry
• 14 Mini Babybel® cheeses (wax removed)
• 1/3 cup honey or your favorite jam
• Egg wash: 1 egg beaten with 1 teaspoon water
• 28 candy eyes or mini chocolate chips

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Step 2: Place the puff pastry sheets on a floured surface and roll each into a rough 11-inch square. Cut each sheet into 9 squares using a pastry cutter or sharp knife. Set aside 4 squares for the mummy bandages.
3. Step 3: Drizzle honey or jam over the top of each cheese, then place each cheese honey side down onto the puff pastry squares. Cut the edges of each square around the cheese to form a circle.
4. Step 4: Fold the pastry over the cheese to form a neat package and press the edges gently with your fingers. Place the wrapped cheeses seam side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
5. Step 5: Cut about 12 thin strips (bandages) from the 4 reserved pastry squares. Wrap these strips around the cheese packages, stretching and trimming as needed to create the mummy look.
6. Step 6: Brush the wrapped cheeses all over with the egg wash. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes until the pastry is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
7. Step 7: Once baked, decorate each mummy with candy eyes or mini chocolate chips. Serve warm and enjoy!

Tips & Variations

• Substitute honey with your favorite jam like raspberry or apricot for a fruity twist.
• Use different small cheeses if Mini Babybel® isn’t available, but make sure they fit well inside the pastry squares.
• For extra crispiness, chill the wrapped cheeses in the fridge for 10 minutes before baking.

Storage

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in a low oven to keep the pastry crisp or microwave briefly if in a hurry, but note the pastry may soften.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use frozen puff pastry directly from the freezer?

It’s best to thaw puff pastry sheets in the refrigerator according to package instructions before using. This makes them easier to roll and cut without cracking.

What can I use instead of candy eyes?

Mini chocolate chips work well for eyes, or you can use small dots of melted chocolate or black food coloring piped on after baking.

Baked Cheese Mummies Recipe

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These fun and spooky Baked Cheese Mummies are a perfect Halloween treat, combining gooey melted Mini Babybel cheeses wrapped in flaky puff pastry ‘bandages’ and decorated with candy eyes. Easy to prepare and baked to golden perfection, they make a delightful appetizer or snack for parties and gatherings.

• Author: Mia
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
• Total Time: 30-35 minutes
• Yield: 14 mummies 1x
• Category: Appetizer
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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Cheese and Filling

• 14 Mini Babybel® cheeses (wax removed)
• 1/3 cup honey or your favorite jam

Dough and Assembly

• 2 sheets thawed puff pastry
• 28 candy eyes or mini chocolate chips

Egg Wash

• 1 egg beaten with 1 teaspoon water

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C) to ensure it’s hot and ready for baking the cheese mummies.
2. Prepare Puff Pastry: Lightly dust your counter with flour and roll the thawed puff pastry sheets into rough 11-inch squares. Cut each sheet into 9 smaller squares using a pastry cutter or sharp knife, reserving 4 squares for cutting into pastry strips later.
3. Add Cheese and Honey: Drizzle each Mini Babybel cheese with honey or your favorite jam, placing the cheese honey side down onto the puff pastry squares. Cut the pastry around the cheese edges to create a circular shape.
4. Wrap Cheese: Fold the puff pastry over each cheese to form a neat package, gently pressing the edges to seal. Place these wrapped cheeses seam-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
5. Create Bandages: From the reserved 4 puff pastry squares, cut about 12 thin strips to resemble mummy bandages. Wrap these strips around the cheese packages, stretching and trimming as needed for a wrapped effect.
6. Apply Egg Wash: Brush each mummy all over with the egg wash to help them brown beautifully in the oven.
7. Bake: Bake the cheese mummies in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, until the puff pastry is golden brown and cheese inside has melted.
8. Decorate and Serve: Once baked, press candy eyes or mini chocolate chips onto each mummy to give them a spooky face. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

• Ensure the puff pastry is well thawed before rolling for easier handling.
• You can substitute the honey with any jam of your choice to add different flavors.
• Use gluten-free puff pastry if a gluten-free version is needed.
• For a vegetarian version, confirm the cheese contains vegetarian rennet.
• Serve these cheese mummies warm so the cheese stays gooey and delicious.

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