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Easy Spicy Jalapeno Popper Twists Recipe (Ready in 30 Minutes!)

A flaky, golden, cheesy, spicy appetizer twist packed with jalapeños, cream cheese, cheddar, and bacon—your new ultimate game day crowd-pleaser.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Servings: 12 twists
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 package puff pastry thawed
  • All-purpose flour for dusting
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 2 medium jalapeños thinly sliced
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 4 slices cooked bacon crumbled
  • 1 large egg beaten
  • Optional: 1 tbsp melted butter mixed with 1 tsp garlic powder

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, mix cream cheese, cheddar, jalapeños, bacon, and garlic powder until smooth.
  3. Roll out puff pastry on a floured surface to 1/4-inch thickness.
  4. Cut pastry into 2-inch-wide strips.
  5. Place a spoonful of filling along half of each strip.
  6. Fold pastry over filling to form a rectangle and press edges lightly to seal.
  7. Make shallow diagonal cuts along the sealed edge.
  8. Twist each strip gently into a spiral.
  9. Arrange on the baking sheet and brush with beaten egg.
  10. Bake 15–20 minutes until golden and puffed.

Notes

Avoid overfilling the twists, keep puff pastry cold, and always reheat leftovers in the oven for crispiness.