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Jalapeno Popper Twists

Cheesy Jalapeno Popper Twists for Your Next Game Day Feast

Delicious Jalapeno Popper Twists made with flaky pastry and creamy filling; perfect for game day celebrations.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 twists
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pastry
  • 1 sheet Puff Pastry Fully thawed
For the Creamy Filling
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Softened
  • 1 cup Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese Or Monterey Jack for milder taste
  • 1/2 cup Sliced Jalapenos Fresh or pickled
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Or fresh minced garlic
For the Finish
  • 1 egg Egg For egg wash; use milk as a vegan alternative

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, blend cream cheese, cheddar cheese, sliced jalapenos, and garlic powder until smooth.
  3. Roll out the thawed puff pastry to about 1/4 inch thick and cut into strips approximately 2 inches wide.
  4. Place a spoonful of filling on one half of each pastry strip, fold over, and twist to seal.
  5. Arrange on the baking sheet, brush with egg wash, and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving warm with dipping sauces.

Nutrition

Serving: 1twistCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Thaw puff pastry completely, avoid overstuffing the twists, and serve fresh for the best experience.

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