Jalapeno Poppers Pinwheels

Golden-brown baked pinwheels, sliced into spirals on a rustic platter. A bubbly, creamy white filling swirls with diced green jalapeños, crispy bacon bits, and melted golden cheddar. The flaky pastry is perfectly browned, garnished with fresh chopped cilantro for a pop of color.

Jalapeno Poppers Pinwheels

Baked pinwheels with cream cheese, cheddar, bacon, and jalapenos for a spicy, crowd-pleasing appetizer.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 15

Total Time 35

Course Appetizer, Party Food, Snack

Cuisine American, Tex-Mex

Servings 32 pinwheels

Calories 65 kcal

Ingredients

8 oz cream cheese softened
1 cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded
8 slices bacon cooked crisp and crumbled
2 - jalapenos large, finely diced, seeds and membranes removed
2 - green onions thinly sliced
0.5 tsp garlic powder
0.25 tsp black pepper
4 large flour tortillas 10-inch

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2: In a medium bowl, combine the cream cheese, shredded cheddar, crumbled bacon, diced jalapenos, green onions, garlic powder, and black pepper until thoroughly mixed.
Step 3: Lay one tortilla flat. Spread one-quarter of the filling evenly over the tortilla, leaving a small border. Roll tightly. Repeat for the remaining tortillas and filling.
Step 4: Using a sharp knife, slice each rolled tortilla into 8 pinwheels, about 1/2-inch thick. Arrange cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet.
Step 5: Bake for 12-15 minutes, until edges are golden and cheese is melted and bubbly.
Step 6: Allow pinwheels to cool a few minutes before serving. Best served warm.

Notes

For easier slicing, wrap rolled tortillas in plastic wrap and chill for 30 minutes. Adjust jalapenos for heat preference. Cheddar can be substituted with Monterey Jack or a Mexican cheese blend.

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