Description
Jalapeno Popper Twists are a spicy and cheesy appetizer featuring cream cheese, cheddar, and diced jalapenos wrapped in flaky crescent roll dough. These twists bake to a golden brown perfection in just 30 minutes, making them an ideal crowd-pleasing snack or party finger food.
Ingredients
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Cheese Mixture
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup diced jalapenos
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 tablespoon chopped green onions
Dough
- 1 package refrigerated crescent rolls
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it reaches the ideal temperature for baking the twists evenly.
- Prepare the Cheese Filling: In a medium-sized bowl, thoroughly mix together the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, diced jalapenos, garlic powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, and chopped green onions until well combined.
- Cut Crescent Rolls: Unroll the refrigerated crescent roll dough and cut each crescent triangle into thin strips to create the dough bases for the twists.
- Assemble the Twists: Take the strips of crescent dough and wrap them around spoonfuls of the cheese and jalapeno mixture, twisting them slightly to create a spiral effect with the filling sealed inside the dough.
- Bake: Place the assembled twists on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the dough is golden brown and cooked through.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the baked twists from the oven and allow them to cool for a few minutes before serving to let the filling set slightly and avoid burns.
Notes
- For less heat, reduce the amount of jalapenos or remove the seeds before dicing.
- These twists can be prepared ahead and refrigerated; bake just before serving.
- Serve with ranch or blue cheese dressing for extra flavor.
- Ensure the cream cheese is softened for easier mixing.
- Use gloves when handling jalapenos to avoid irritation.
