Jalapeño Popper Twists (Print Version)

Flaky pastry spirals stuffed with cream cheese, cheddar, and jalapeños bake to golden perfection.

# What You'll Need:

→ Filling

01 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
02 - 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
03 - 1/2 cup sliced jalapeños, fresh or pickled
04 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder

→ Pastry

05 - 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
06 - 1 large egg, for egg wash

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Combine softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, sliced jalapeños, and garlic powder in a mixing bowl. Mix until smooth and fully incorporated.
03 - On a lightly floured surface, roll puff pastry to 1/4 inch thickness. Cut into 8 strips, approximately 2 inches wide.
04 - Spoon filling along one half of each pastry strip. Fold strip lengthwise over filling and press edges gently to seal.
05 - Carefully twist each filled strip several times to create spiral shape. Place twists on prepared baking sheet.
06 - Beat egg and brush tops of twists with egg wash for golden, glossy finish.
07 - Bake for 15-20 minutes until pastry is golden brown and crispy.
08 - Let cool slightly before serving warm for optimal flavor and texture.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • The crispy, flaky exterior gives way to an outrageously creamy center that hits every comfort button
  • They come together in 30 minutes flat but look like you spent all afternoon in the kitchen
  • The heat level is completely customizable based on your jalapeño tolerance and mood
02 -
  • Overfilling these seems like a great idea until cheese explodes all over your baking sheet and burns
  • Twisting too tightly will cause the pastry to tear, creating escape routes for your precious filling
  • These are absolutely best fresh from the oven, though reheating at 350°F for 5 minutes brings back most of the magic
03 -
  • Work quickly with puff pastry once it's out of the fridge, because keeping it cold is the golden rule for flaky results
  • Use a sharp knife or pizza cutter for clean edges that seal better and look more professional
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