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Crispy Baked Jalapeño Popper Pinwheels

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These crispy baked jalapeño popper pinwheels are a spicy, cheesy, and crunchy game day snack that comes together quickly and is perfect for sharing.

Ingredients

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  • 1 package crescent roll dough (about 8 oz / 226 g)
  • 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup (100 g) sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1/4 cup (about 40 g) pickled jalapeños, chopped
  • 1/4 cup bacon bits (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 egg beaten with 1 tablespoon water (egg wash, optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine softened cream cheese, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, chopped pickled jalapeños, bacon bits (if using), garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until evenly combined.
  3. Unroll the crescent roll dough on a clean surface and press the perforations together to form one large rectangle approximately 10×8 inches (25×20 cm).
  4. Spread the cheese and jalapeño mixture evenly over the dough, leaving a 1/2 inch (1 cm) border around the edges.
  5. Starting from the longer side, roll the dough tightly into a log.
  6. Cut the log into 1-inch (2.5 cm) thick slices to make about 10-12 pinwheels.
  7. Place the pinwheels cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch (2.5 cm) apart.
  8. Brush the tops with the beaten egg wash if desired.
  9. Bake for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown and crispy, and the cheese is bubbly.
  10. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

If pinwheels brown too fast, tent with foil halfway through baking. For extra crispy bottoms, preheat the baking sheet before placing pinwheels on it. Use softened cream cheese for smooth mixing. Egg wash is optional but gives a glossy finish. Adjust jalapeño quantity based on spice tolerance. Leftovers reheat best in oven to maintain crispiness. Freeze individually on a tray before storing in freezer bag; bake from frozen adding a few extra minutes.

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