Easy Jalapeno Popper Pinwheels (Print View)
Spicy creamy jalapeño filling rolled in tortillas, baked until golden. Ready in 30 minutes.
# Ingredient List:
→ Dairy
01 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
02 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
03 - 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
→ Vegetables
04 - 3 fresh jalapeños, seeded and finely chopped
05 - 3 green onions, finely sliced
→ Spices and Seasonings
06 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
07 - 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
08 - 1/4 tsp salt
→ Tortillas and Finishing
09 - 4 large 10-inch flour tortillas
10 - 2 tbsp melted butter for brushing
→ Optional Garnish
11 - Fresh cilantro, finely chopped
# How to Make:
01 - Combine cream cheese, cheddar, Monterey Jack, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and salt in a mixing bowl. Mix until completely smooth and well-blended.
02 - Fold in chopped jalapeños and green onions until evenly distributed throughout the cheese mixture.
03 - Lay out flour tortillas on a clean surface. Spread a layer of the cheese mixture over each tortilla, leaving a 1/2-inch border around the edges.
04 - Tightly roll up each tortilla into a cylinder. Refrigerate for 10 minutes to firm up the filling for easier slicing.
05 - Preheat oven to 375°F.
06 - Cut each chilled roll into 1-inch thick pinwheels. Arrange cut side up on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
07 - Lightly brush the tops of each pinwheel with melted butter using a pastry brush.
08 - Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until golden brown and heated through.
09 - Remove from oven and let cool slightly. Garnish with chopped cilantro if desired. Serve warm or at room temperature.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- They come together in 30 minutes but taste like you spent all afternoon prep
- The filling is incredibly versatile and doubles as an amazing dip
- They reheat beautifully so you can make them a day ahead
02 -
- Chilling the rolled tortillas is the secret to getting clean slices instead of squished pinwheels
- Use a sharp knife and wipe it clean between rolls for the neatest cuts
- These are best served within an hour of baking but can be gently reheated at 350F for 5 minutes
03 -
- Warm your tortillas for 20 seconds in the microwave before spreading to prevent cracking
- If your filling feels too soft to spread cleanly chill it for 5 minutes first
- A serrated knife works better than a chefs knife for clean cuts