Description
Jalapeno Popper Twists are a delightful and easy-to-make appetizer featuring crescent roll dough filled with a creamy, spicy mixture of cream cheese, jalapenos, and cheddar cheese. These golden-baked twists are perfect for parties, snack time, or whenever you crave a flavorful, cheesy treat with a bit of a kick.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 package crescent roll dough
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup jalapenos, diced
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature for baking the twists to a perfect golden brown.
- Prepare the filling: In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, diced jalapenos, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated into a creamy, spicy filling.
- Unroll and separate dough: Unroll the crescent roll dough on a clean surface and carefully separate it into individual triangles as indicated on the package.
- Fill the dough triangles: Place a spoonful of the cheese and jalapeno mixture at the wide end of each crescent dough triangle, spreading it slightly but leaving room to roll.
- Roll the twists: Starting from the wide end, roll each triangle tightly around the filling, making sure the contents are secure within the dough.
- Arrange on baking sheet: Place the rolled twists onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them evenly to allow for expansion during baking.
- Bake to perfection: Bake the twists in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until they turn golden brown and the filling is bubbly inside.
Notes
- You can adjust the amount of jalapenos according to your heat preference or substitute with milder peppers if desired.
- For extra crispiness, brush the twists with a little melted butter before baking.
- Serve warm for the best flavor and texture. Leftovers can be reheated in the oven to restore crispness.
- These twists can be made ahead of time and baked just before serving for convenience.
