Jalapeno Popper Pinwheels
These Jalapeno Popper Pinwheels are a spicy, creamy appetizer featuring jalapenos, cream cheese, and crispy baked dough, perfect for parties or snacks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 28 minutes
- Yield: 16 pinwheels
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 jalapenos, seeded and finely chopped
- 4 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, combine cream cheese, cheddar cheese, chopped jalapenos, crumbled bacon, chives, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Roll out the puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface.
- Spread the cheese and jalapeno mixture evenly over the pastry, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Starting from one edge, carefully roll the pastry into a tight log.
- Slice the log into 1/2-inch thick pinwheels and place them cut-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
- Brush the tops with beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until pinwheels are puffed and golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving warm.
Notes
For extra heat, leave some jalapeno seeds in the mixture or serve with a spicy dipping sauce.
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