Jalapeno Popper Pinwheels
Delicious and spicy Jalapeno Popper Pinwheels combine creamy cheese, crispy bacon, and fresh jalapenos rolled in flaky puff pastry, perfect as a flavorful appetizer or party snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 33 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 jalapenos, seeded and finely chopped
- 4 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 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 the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, chopped jalapenos, crumbled bacon, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Mix until well blended.
- Roll out the thawed puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface.
- Spread the cheese and jalapeno mixture evenly over the puff pastry, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Carefully roll the pastry tightly into a log shape starting from one long side.
- Slice the rolled log into approximately 1/2-inch thick pinwheels and place them onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
- Brush the tops of the pinwheels with the beaten egg to give a golden finish.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes or until the pinwheels are puffed and golden brown.
- Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
For extra kick, leave some jalapeno seeds in or serve with a side of ranch dressing for dipping.
Find it online: https://foodiedishes.com/jalapeno-popper-pinwheels/