Quick way to grow 7 Jalapeno Popper Twists
This recipe provides a quick and easy way to prepare delicious jalapeno popper twists, perfect for an appetizer or snack. It combines spicy peppers with creamy cheese in a convenient twisted pastry.
Equipment
- oven
- baking sheet
- parchment paper
- medium bowl
- knife
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 7 jalapeños halved and deseeded
- 4 ounces cream cheese softened
- 0.5 cup cheddar cheese shredded
- 3 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
- 1 puff pastry sheet, thawed
- 1 egg beaten
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, and crumbled bacon.
- Spread a thin layer of the cheese and bacon mixture onto each halved jalapeño.
Assembly
- Unroll the thawed puff pastry sheet and cut it into 7 strips, about 1 inch wide.
- Place a filled jalapeño half on one end of a pastry strip, then carefully twist the pastry around the jalapeño to secure it.
- Repeat with the remaining jalapeños and pastry strips, then arrange the twists on the prepared baking sheet.
Baking
- Brush the tops of the pastry twists with the beaten egg.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and puffed.
Notes
For extra heat, leave some jalapeño seeds in. You can also experiment with different cheese blends for varied flavors.