Flaky Jalapeño Popper Twists Recipe
These Flaky Jalapeño Popper Twists are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer featuring a creamy cheese filling wrapped in crispy puff pastry. Perfect for parties or game day snacking.
Servings 12
Calories 150kcal
Ingredients
- 1 package puff pastry thawed
- 4 oz cream cheese softened to room temperature
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ cup pickled jalapeños chopped
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ¼ tsp smoked paprika
- 1 egg beaten for egg wash
- 1 tbsp fresh cilantro finely chopped, for garnish
- to taste salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the thawed puff pastry and cut it into strips that are 1 inch wide.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, cheddar cheese, jalapeños, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until creamy.
- Take one strip of puff pastry and place a spoonful of the cheese mixture at one end, then fold and twist the strip.
- Transfer the twisted pastry to the baking sheet, spacing them about an inch apart.
- Brush the tops with beaten egg for a golden color.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until puffed and golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly on the baking sheet.
- Sprinkle with chopped cilantro before serving.
Notes
Serve with ranch or spicy dipping sauce for extra flavor.