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Spicy Jalapeno Popper Twists

Spicy Jalapeno Popper Twists for Your Next Game Day Feast

Get ready for Spicy Jalapeno Popper Twists, a crowd-pleasing appetizer that will disappear quickly at your next gathering!
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12 twists
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Consider using goat cheese for a tangy twist.
  • 1 cup Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese Mozzarella works for those seeking a milder taste.
  • 2 medium Jalapenos, sliced Adjust based on your preference for spice.
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic brings a bold punch if preferred.
For the Pastry
  • Puff Pastry Pizza dough can be a hearty substitute for a different texture.
For the Wash
  • 1 large Egg A splash of milk can serve as a vegan option if preferred.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Rolling Pin
  • Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, sliced jalapenos, and garlic powder. Mix until creamy.
  3. Roll out your puff pastry to about 1/4 inch thick and cut into 2-inch wide strips.
  4. Place a generous spoonful of filling on one half of each pastry strip, fold over, seal edges, and twist.
  5. Arrange twists on the baking sheet, brush with egg wash, and bake for 15-20 minutes.
  6. Let them cool slightly on a wire rack before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1twistCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These twists can be made ahead of time and refrigerated overnight before baking. Keep an eye on them as they bake to ensure they reach a golden brown without burning.

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