Description
Flaky pastry spirals filled with creamy cheese, spicy jalapenos, and bold flavors—these Spicy Jalapeno Popper Twists are the ultimate party appetizer or game-day snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package puff pastry
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 medium jalapenos, sliced
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 large egg (for egg wash)
- Oven
- Baking sheet
- Mixing bowl
- Parchment paper
- Rolling pin
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, cheddar cheese, jalapenos, and garlic powder until smooth.
- Roll out puff pastry on a floured surface to 1/4 inch thickness and cut into 2-inch strips.
- Add a spoonful of filling to each strip, fold over, seal edges, and twist into spirals.
- Place twists on the baking sheet, brush with beaten egg, and bake 15–20 minutes until puffed and golden.
Notes
Avoid overfilling to prevent leaks; use fresh jalapenos for best heat and flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 twist
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Spicy Jalapeno Popper Twists, jalapeno popper appetizers, spicy cheese twists, jalapeno snacks