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Jalapeno Popper Twists

Delicious and spicy twists filled with creamy cheese and jalapenos, perfect for any gathering or casual family dinner.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 twists
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American, Tex-Mex
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pastry
  • 1 pack puff pastry (store-bought) Use frozen for convenience.
For the Filling
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Use mature cheddar for more flavor.
  • 1 package cream cheese, softened Microwave for 10 seconds if lumpy.
  • 2 jalapenos, diced (seeds removed) Leave some seeds in for extra heat if desired.
  • 1 tsp garlic powder Adds great aroma.
  • 1 large egg, beaten For egg wash to give a golden color.
  • optional fresh cilantro, chopped For garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. On a floured surface, roll out the puff pastry until it's about 1/4 inch thick.
  3. In a bowl, combine cream cheese, shredded cheddar, garlic powder, and diced jalapenos to create the filling.
  4. Use a pizza cutter to slice the puff pastry into rectangles, about 10 cm by 5 cm.
  5. Place a spoonful of the filling onto each pastry rectangle and fold over to seal.
  6. Brush the tops with beaten egg for a golden finish.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 6gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1g

Notes

Serve on a rustic wooden board with ranch dressing for dipping. Leftovers taste even better the next day!
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