Delicious Jalapeno Popper Twists for Your Next Game Day
Indulge in these Delicious Jalapeno Popper Twists for Your Next Game Day, where flaky pastry meets a creamy, spicy filling. This appetizer is the ultimate crowd-pleaser, combining cream cheese and sharp cheddar with the fiery kick of jalapenos, all wrapped in golden puff pastry. Perfect for game day or any gathering, these twists are easy to prepare and offer a fun finger food experience that your guests will love. Serve them warm alongside your favorite dipping sauces like ranch or sriracha mayo for an extra burst of flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet thawed Puff Pastry
- 8 oz softened Cream Cheese
- 1 cup Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese
- ½ cup Sliced Jalapenos (fresh or pickled)
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1 large Egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll out the thawed puff pastry on a floured surface and cut into squares.
- In a mixing bowl, blend softened cream cheese, cheddar cheese, sliced jalapenos, and garlic powder until creamy.
- Place a spoonful of filling in each pastry square, fold to form triangles, and seal edges.
- Brush with beaten egg for a shiny finish.
- Bake on a parchment-lined baking sheet for about 20 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 twist (approximately 45g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg