Description
Spicy Jalapeno Popper Twists are cheesy, flaky appetizers with customizable spice levels perfect for gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package Puff Pastry (Can be replaced with pizza dough)
- 8 oz Cream Cheese (Goat cheese works as an alternative)
- 1 cup Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese (Mozzarella can be used for a milder taste)
- 2 medium Sliced Jalapenos (Use fresh or pickled)
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder (Substitute with fresh minced garlic if desired)
- 1 large Egg (Milk is a vegan-friendly alternative)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, sliced jalapenos, and garlic powder. Mix until creamy.
- Roll out the puff pastry on a floured surface to 1/4 inch thick and cut into 2-inch wide strips.
- Spoon filling onto one half of each pastry strip, fold over, seal the edges, and twist to create spirals.
- Arrange twists on the baking sheet, brush tops with the beaten egg, and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
Notes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 twist
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg