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Jalapeno Popper Twists

Delicious Jalapeno Popper Twists: Crispy, Cheesy Snack Bliss

These Jalapeno Popper Twists are crispy, cheesy, and a perfect appetizer for gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 twists
Course: Baking
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pastry
  • 1 package Puff Pastry Store-bought is a huge time-saver.
For the Filling
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Consider whipped ricotta for a light twist.
  • 1 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese Feel free to switch to Monterey Jack or pepper Jack.
  • 1 cup Sliced Jalapenos Use fresh for spiciness or pickled for a milder taste.
  • 1 ts Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic is a great substitute.
For Finishing Touches
  • 1 large Egg (beaten) Skip for a vegan option or try a plant-based cream alternative.
Optional Dipping Sauces
  • Dipping Sauces (optional) Enhance with ranch, sriracha mayo, or honey mustard!

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Rolling Pin
  • knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Combine softened cream cheese, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, sliced jalapenos, and garlic powder in a mixing bowl until smooth.
  3. Roll out the thawed puff pastry until it reaches about 6 mm thick and cut into 5 cm wide strips.
  4. Place a spoonful of the cheesy filling on one half of each pastry strip, fold and seal the edges, then twist to create spirals.
  5. Arrange the twists on the baking sheet, brush with beaten egg, and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden and crispy.
  6. Cool on a wire rack for a minute before serving warm with your favorite dipping sauces.

Nutrition

Serving: 1twistCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 5gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Keep pastry cold and avoid overfilling. Watch the bake time and enjoy dips to enhance flavors.

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