Description
Jalapeno Popper Twists are a delicious appetizer combining creamy cheese filling with spicy jalapenos wrapped in flaky puff pastry.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package puff pastry
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 medium jalapenos, sliced
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface.
- Mix cream cheese, cheddar cheese, jalapenos, and garlic powder in a bowl.
- Spread the filling evenly over the puff pastry.
- Fold the pastry in half and cut into strips.
- Twist each strip and place on a baking sheet.
- Brush with egg wash.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- Adjust jalapeno amount based on your spice preference.
- Use room-temperature cream cheese for easier mixing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 twist
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: jalapeno popper twists, appetizer, cheese, spicy