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Jalapeno Popper Crescent Pinwheels Recipe

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  • Author: Ezabella
  • Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
  • Yield: 24 pinwheels

Description

These Jalapeno Popper Crescent Pinwheels are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer featuring creamy, cheesy jalapeño filling wrapped in buttery crescent roll dough. Perfect for parties or a savory snack, they bake to golden perfection with a spicy kick.

Ingredients

For the Crescent Dough:

  • 2 packages crescent rolls (8 oz each)

For the Filling:

  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 8 oz can of diced jalapeños, drained
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Filling: In a mixing bowl, thoroughly combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, diced jalapeños, and granulated sugar until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
  2. Roll Out Dough: Unroll one package of crescent dough onto a clean surface and carefully pinch the seams to create one continuous sheet.
  3. Spread Filling: Evenly spread half of the cream cheese and jalapeño mixture over the rolled-out crescent dough, covering the entire surface.
  4. Form the Log: Starting at one edge, roll the dough tightly into a log shape, sealing the edges as you go.
  5. Repeat: Repeat steps 2-4 with the second package of crescent dough and remaining filling.
  6. Freeze the Logs: Place both logs in the freezer for 30 minutes to 1 hour. This firms them up for easier slicing.
  7. Preheat Oven: While the logs freeze, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  8. Slice the Logs: Using a sharp knife or dental floss, gently slice each log into 12 even rounds, creating the pinwheels.
  9. Arrange on Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and arrange the pinwheels about 2 inches apart to allow for expansion during baking.
  10. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the pinwheels are golden brown and cooked through.
  11. Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and transfer to a cooling rack. Serve warm or at room temperature for best flavor.

Notes

  • Drain the diced jalapeños well to prevent excess moisture from making the crescent rolls soggy.
  • For a milder version, substitute jalapeños with milder peppers or reduce the amount used.
  • Use dental floss to slice the logs cleanly without squishing the pinwheels.
  • These can be made ahead of time and stored frozen before baking.
  • Serve with ranch dressing or sour cream for extra flavor.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://kitchenloving.com/jalapeno-popper-crescent-pinwheels-recipe/