Description
Spicy Jalapeno Popper Twists deliver flaky golden pastry wrapped around a creamy, spicy jalapeno-cheddar filling—an irresistible 20-minute party appetizer that combines convenience with bold flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package puff pastry, thawed
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 medium fresh jalapenos, sliced thin
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 large egg, beaten
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Combine cream cheese, cheddar cheese, jalapenos, and garlic powder until smooth.
- Roll out puff pastry to 1/4 inch thickness and cut into 2-inch wide strips.
- Place filling on half of each strip, fold over, seal edges with a fork, and twist into spirals.
- Arrange on baking sheet and brush with beaten egg.
- Bake 15–20 minutes until puffed, golden brown, and crisp.
Notes
Ensure pastry edges are sealed well to prevent filling leakage. Allow twists to cool for 3 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 twist
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg