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Jalapeño Popper Pinwheels: The Ultimate 5-Ingredient Appetizer

These Jalapeño Popper Pinwheels pack all the creamy, spicy, and cheesy flavor of classic jalapeño poppers into a simple, bite-sized appetizer made with crescent rolls, cream cheese, and bacon.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 16 pinwheels
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 110

Ingredients
  

  • 1 can (8 oz) refrigerated crescent roll dough
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 2 fresh jalapeños finely diced
  • 4 slices bacon cooked and crumbled

Equipment

  • 1 Baking Sheet
  • 1 Mixing Bowl
  • 1 Serrated Knife

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, diced jalapeños, and crumbled bacon. Mix until evenly incorporated.
  3. Unroll the crescent dough and press the seams together to form a single rectangle. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the dough.
  4. Starting from a long edge, roll the dough into a tight log. For best results, wrap in plastic and chill in the freezer for 10-15 minutes.
  5. Using a serrated knife, slice the log into 1/2-inch thick rounds. Place the pinwheels on the prepared baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly. Let cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 110kcalProtein: 3gFat: 9gFiber: 0.5g

Notes

Tip 1: For less heat, make sure to remove all seeds and white membranes from the jalapeños.
Tip 2: Chilling the dough log before slicing is crucial for clean, round pinwheels.
Tip 3: Reheat leftovers in an air fryer or oven to make them crispy again.
Keyword crescent roll appetizers,easy party food,jalapeño popper pinwheels

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