Description
These Jalapeño Popper Twists are the ultimate easy recipe for anyone craving a cheesy, spicy, flaky bite that works as a quick appetizer, party snack, game day favorite, or fun food idea for any gathering. Made with puff pastry, cream cheese, mozzarella, cheddar, and fresh jalapeños, this easy snack recipe delivers bold flavor, crispy texture, and melty goodness in every twist, making it one of those appetizer ideas and easy dinner side recipes everyone wants to make again.
Ingredients
1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
2 jalapeños, thinly sliced
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 egg, beaten
1 tablespoon parsley, chopped optional
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Roll the puff pastry lightly on a floured surface to smooth the seams.
3. In a bowl, mix the cream cheese, mozzarella, cheddar, jalapeños, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
4. Spread the filling evenly over the pastry, then fold or top with the second half so the filling is enclosed.
5. Cut the pastry into strips and twist each strip several times.
6. Arrange the twists on the prepared baking sheet and brush with beaten egg.
7. Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, until puffed and golden brown.
8. Cool slightly, garnish with parsley if desired, and serve warm.
Notes
Use softened cream cheese so the filling spreads easily and evenly.
For milder twists, remove the seeds and membranes from the jalapeños before slicing.
Bake until the pastry is deeply golden so the outside stays crisp around the cheesy filling.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 twist
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
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