Jalapeño Popper Pinwheels with Puff Pastry
These Jalapeño Popper Pinwheels with Puff Pastry combine creamy cheese, fresh jalapeños and smoky bacon inside flaky, golden pastry. Blazing Star BBQ All In One Seasoning brings the filling together, while Spicy BBQ Sauce adds an optional kick for the perfect game-day appetizer.
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 20–30 minutes
Oven temperature: 400°F
Yield: Approximately 12 pinwheels
Ingredients
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 jalapeños, diced
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and chopped
- 1 tablespoon Blazing Star BBQ All In One Seasoning
- Blazing Star BBQ Spicy BBQ Sauce, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F.
- Combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, diced jalapeños, cooked bacon and All In One Seasoning in a bowl. Mix until evenly combined.
- Roll the puff pastry into an even rectangle on a clean work surface.
- Spread the jalapeño popper mixture evenly across the puff pastry.
- Starting with a long side, roll the pastry tightly into a log.
- Cut the log into approximately 1-inch-thick pinwheels.
- Arrange the pinwheels on a baking sheet with space between each one.
- Bake at 400°F for 20–30 minutes, or until puffed and golden brown.
- Serve warm with Blazing Star BBQ Spicy BBQ Sauce for an extra kick.
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Why These Jalapeño Popper Pinwheels Work
The puff pastry becomes light, crispy and golden while the cream cheese and cheddar create a rich, creamy center. Jalapeños bring fresh pepper flavor, bacon adds a smoky bite and All In One Seasoning delivers balanced savory flavor without overpowering the filling.
Recipe Tips
- Let the cream cheese soften so the filling is easier to combine and spread.
- Keep the puff pastry cool so it stays flaky while baking.
- Roll the pastry tightly to help the pinwheels hold their shape.
- The number of pinwheels may vary depending on how thickly you slice them.
- For additional heat, leave some jalapeño seeds in the filling or serve with Spicy BBQ Sauce.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I prepare jalapeño popper pinwheels ahead of time?
Yes. Assemble and roll the pastry into a log, cover it and refrigerate it until you are ready to slice and bake. Keeping it cold also makes cleaner slices.
How do I know when the pinwheels are finished?
The puff pastry should be expanded, crisp and golden brown. Depending on your oven and the thickness of the slices, this should take approximately 20–30 minutes at 400°F.
Are these jalapeño popper pinwheels spicy?
The jalapeños provide a mild-to-moderate kick. Blazing Star BBQ All In One is not noticeably spicy, so you can control the heat with the jalapeño seeds and optional Spicy BBQ Sauce.
How should leftovers be stored?
Refrigerate leftover pinwheels in an airtight container. Reheat them in the oven or air fryer to restore the crisp texture of the puff pastry.
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