Jalapeño Popper Bacon Pinwheels

Introduction

Jalapeño Popper Bacon Pinwheels are the ultimate crowd-pleasing appetizer—creamy, cheesy,
smoky, and just the right amount of spicy. Inspired by classic jalapeño poppers, these
bite-sized pinwheels are wrapped in crispy bacon and baked until golden and irresistible.
Perfect for parties, game days, or holiday gatherings, they’re easy to make and disappear fast!

Ingredients

• 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or cheddar–Monterey Jack blend)
• 3–4 fresh jalapeños, seeded and finely diced
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon onion powder
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 1 package refrigerated crescent roll dough or puff pastry
• 10–12 slices bacon, cooked until just flexible
• Optional: chopped green onions or parsley for garnish

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a bowl, mix cream cheese, shredded cheese, jalapeños, garlic powder, onion powder,
   salt, and pepper until smooth.
3. Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface and press seams together if using
   crescent dough.
4. Spread the cheese mixture evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
5. Roll the dough tightly from one long side into a log.
6. Slice the log into 1-inch thick pinwheels.
7. Wrap each pinwheel with a strip of bacon and secure with a toothpick if necessary.
8. Place pinwheels on the baking sheet and bake for 20–25 minutes, until bacon is crisp
   and pinwheels are golden.
9. Remove from the oven, cool slightly, garnish if desired, and serve warm.

Description

These Jalapeño Popper Bacon Pinwheels combine rich, creamy cheese with spicy jalapeños
and smoky bacon in every bite. The flaky dough adds a buttery texture that balances the
bold filling, making this appetizer both indulgent and irresistible.

Tips

• Wear gloves when handling jalapeños to prevent skin irritation.
• Leave some jalapeño seeds for extra heat.
• Use pepper jack or smoked cheddar for added flavor.
• Serve with ranch dressing or sour cream for dipping.

Correction

• Do not fully cook bacon beforehand—keep it flexible for easy wrapping.
• Avoid overfilling to prevent cheese from leaking during baking.
• Cut pinwheels evenly so they bake uniformly.

Enjoy

Serve these Jalapeño Popper Bacon Pinwheels fresh from the oven and watch them disappear
in minutes. Perfect for sharing, celebrating, or simply indulging—enjoy every cheesy,
spicy bite!