Description
These Jalapeno Popper Twists are a cozy finger-food that combines bold flavors of jalapenos and creamy cheese, perfect for game night.
Ingredients
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- 1 package Puff Pastry (or pizza dough)
- 8 oz Cream Cheese (softened)
- 1 cup Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese
- 2 medium Sliced Jalapenos
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1 large Egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, sliced jalapenos, and garlic powder until creamy.
- On a floured surface, roll out the puff pastry to about 1/4 inch thick, then cut into strips about 2 inches wide.
- Place a spoonful of filling on one half of each pastry strip, fold over, and seal the edges tightly.
- Twist each sealed pastry strip into a spiral shape.
- Arrange the twists on the baking sheet and brush with egg wash.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and puffed.
Notes
Feel free to customize with different cheese options and spice levels. These can be made ahead of time and frozen before baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg