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Jalapeno Popper Pinwheels Recipe

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Jalapeno Popper Pinwheels are a delightful appetizer featuring a creamy, cheesy filling with spicy diced jalapenos and crispy bacon all rolled inside flaky puff pastry. These golden-baked pinwheels are brushed with a flavorful garlic butter for a savory finish, perfect for parties or snack time.

Ingredients

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Filling

  • 8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
  • 1 tablespoon dry ranch seasoning
  • 1 cup (113 g) mild cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 2 medium jalapeno peppers, seeded and finely diced
  • 3 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled

Dough

  • 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed according to package instructions

Garlic Butter

  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prepare for baking.
  2. Mix the filling: In a medium bowl, combine the cream cheese, dry ranch seasoning, shredded cheddar cheese, diced jalapenos, and crumbled cooked bacon. Mix well to create a uniform filling.
  3. Roll out puff pastry: On a lightly floured surface, roll the thawed puff pastry sheet into a 9×12-inch rectangle to create a flat base for spreading the filling.
  4. Spread the filling: Evenly spread the cream cheese mixture over the rolled-out dough, leaving about a ½ inch border of empty space along one long edge to help with sealing.
  5. Seal and roll the dough: Wet the empty long edge of the dough with a little water or beaten egg to help seal. Starting at the opposite long edge, carefully roll the dough into a tight log and press along the seam to seal the roll.
  6. Slice into pinwheels: Using a sharp knife, slice the rolled log into 12 equal pieces, creating individual pinwheels.
  7. Bake the pinwheels: Arrange the pinwheels on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 18-20 minutes or until the puff pastry is golden brown and cooked through.
  8. Prepare garlic butter: While the pinwheels bake, combine melted butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, and kosher salt in a small saucepan over medium heat. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the butter is fully melted and fragrant.
  9. Brush pinwheels with garlic butter: Once baked, remove the pinwheels from the oven and immediately brush the tops with the prepared garlic butter for added flavor and shine.
  10. Serve warm: Serve the jalapeno popper pinwheels warm as a tasty appetizer or snack.

Notes

  • For less heat, remove all seeds and membranes from jalapenos.
  • Substitute bacon with turkey bacon or omit for a vegetarian version.
  • Use frozen puff pastry; just be sure to thaw completely before rolling out.
  • Can be made ahead and reheated in the oven to maintain crispness.
  • Serve with ranch or sour cream for dipping if desired.

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