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Spicy Jalapeno Popper Twists

Crispy Spicy Jalapeno Popper Twists

A savory, flaky puff pastry appetizer filled with rich cream cheese, cheddar, bacon, and spicy fresh jalapenos.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 38 minutes
Servings: 12 twists
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 package frozen puff pastry sheets 17.3 ounces, thawed
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese finely shredded
  • 0.5 cup cooked bacon finely crumbled
  • 3 medium fresh jalapeno peppers seeded and diced
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp onion powder
  • 1 large egg lightly beaten with water
  • 1 pinch coarse sea salt

Equipment

  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Pizza cutter or knife

Method
 

  1. Mix Filling: Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. In a bowl, beat the cream cheese, cheddar, bacon, jalapenos, garlic powder, and onion powder until combined.
  2. Assemble Dough: Unroll one pastry sheet and spread the filling evenly over it. Top with the second pastry sheet and press down gently to seal.
  3. Cut and Twist: Cut the filled pastry into 12 vertical strips. Twist each strip 3 to 4 times and place on parchment-lined baking sheets.
  4. Bake: Brush the twists with egg wash, sprinkle with coarse salt, and bake for 15 to 18 minutes until golden brown and puffed.

Notes

  • If the dough gets too warm and sticky while twisting, pop the baking sheet into the fridge for 10 minutes to firm up the butter before baking.