Jalapeño Popper Pinwheels
Jalapeño Popper Pinwheels are creamy, cheesy, and slightly spicy tortilla roll-ups filled with a delicious jalapeño popper mixture. Perfect for parties, game days, or quick appetizers, they can be served warm or chilled.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins (optional baking)
- Total Time: 45 mins
- Yield: 20–24 pinwheels (serves 4–6)
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Method: No-Bake or Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2–3 jalapeños, finely chopped (fresh or pickled)
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 2 tbsp green onions, finely sliced (optional)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, chopped jalapeños, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth and well combined.
- Lay out the flour tortillas on a clean surface.
- Spread an even layer of the filling mixture over each tortilla, leaving about 1/2 inch around the edges.
- Roll the tortillas tightly into logs.
- Wrap the rolls in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- Once chilled, remove the plastic wrap and slice each roll into 3/4-inch thick pinwheels.
- (Optional) For a warm version, bake the pinwheels on a parchment-lined baking sheet at 375°F (190°C) for 8–10 minutes until lightly golden and warm.
- Serve immediately or chill again before serving cold.
Notes
- Chilling before slicing helps the pinwheels hold their shape.
- Use pickled jalapeños for a tangier flavor.
- For extra spice, add hot sauce or pepper jack cheese.
- Use gluten-free tortillas to make the recipe gluten-free.
- Best enjoyed within 3 days of preparation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 pinwheels
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Find it online: https://thefamilycooking.com/jalapeno-popper-pinwheels/
