Jalapeño Popper Pinwheels
These jalapeno popper pinwheels are flaky, cheesy, and bursting with bold flavor. Wrapped in golden puff pastry, the creamy filling combines sharp cheddar, spicy jalapenos, crispy bacon, and ranch seasoning to create a satisfying bite-sized snack. Whether you're hosting a casual get-together, game day, or needing a quick snack, these pinwheels bring big flavor with minimal fuss.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese room temperature
- 4 pieces cooked bacon crumbled
- 1 (1 ounce) packet ranch seasoning
- 1 ½ cups shredded Colby Jack cheese
- 2 jalapeños seeded and diced
- 1 (13.2 ounces) sheet puff pastry dough
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, crumbled bacon, ranch seasoning, shredded Colby Jack cheese, and diced jalapeños. Mix until well blended.8 ounces cream cheese, 4 pieces cooked bacon, 1 (1 ounce) packet ranch seasoning, 1 ½ cups shredded Colby Jack cheese, 2 jalapeños
- Roll out the puff pastry sheet on a clean surface and brush it with olive oil.1 (13.2 ounces) sheet puff pastry dough, 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Evenly spread the cream cheese mixture over the entire surface of the pastry. Roll the pastry into a log, then place it in the freezer for 20 minutes to firm up.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Remove the chilled pastry from the freezer and slice it into 8 equal pinwheels. Arrange them on the baking sheet, leaving space between each.
- Brush the sides of the pinwheels with olive oil. Bake for 20 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Soft cheese: Make sure the cream cheese is at room temperature so it mixes easily.
- Protect your eyes: Use gloves when chopping jalapenos—trust me, your eyes will thank you later.
- Cheese: You can use sharp cheddar cheese or even pepper jack instead of Colby Jack if you want more heat.
- Tortillas: You can swap puff pastry for tortillas, but the texture will be softer and more like a wrap than a flaky pastry.
- Make ahead: Prep, roll, and chill the log, then slice and bake when ready to serve.
Storage and Reheating Instructions
- Fridge: If there are any leftovers, let them cool completely before storing in an airtight container. Keep them in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Reheat: To reheat, place in the oven or air fryer at 350°F for a few minutes until warm and crisp. Microwaving is an option too, but the puff pastry won’t stay as flaky.
- Freeze: If you’re wanting to freeze them for later, freeze in a sealed container after baking, then reheat in the oven or air fryer until hot and crispy.
Nutrition
Calories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 10gFat: 33gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gTrans Fat: 0.001gCholesterol: 53mgSodium: 395mgPotassium: 97mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 691IUVitamin C: 0.4mgCalcium: 201mgIron: 1mg
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