Jalapeno Popper Pinwheels
These Jalapeno Popper Pinwheels are a spicy, creamy appetizer perfect for parties or snacks, combining jalapenos, cream cheese, and cheddar in a flaky pinwheel bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 28 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 fresh jalapenos, seeded and finely chopped
- 2 tbsp chopped green onions
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Optional: cooked and crumbled bacon (2 slices)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, combine softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, chopped jalapenos, green onions, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and bacon if using. Mix until well combined.
- Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface into a rectangle.
- Spread the cheese and jalapeno mixture evenly over the puff pastry, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Roll the puff pastry tightly into a log shape, starting from one long side.
- Slice the log into 1/2-inch pinwheels and place them cut side up 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.
- Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
For extra heat, leave some jalapeno seeds in or serve with a spicy dipping sauce like chipotle mayo.
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