Irresistibly Crispy Spicy Bacon Cheese Pinwheels You’ll Love
These Spicy Bacon Cheese Pinwheels feature smoky bacon and gooey cheese, a tasty crowd-pleaser for any gathering.
Equipment
- Oven
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment Paper
- Mixing bowl
- knife
Ingredients
For the Pinwheels
- 1 sheet Puff Pastry Thawed
- 2 cups Shredded Cheese (Cheddar, Pepper Jack, or Blend) Use Pepper Jack for extra spiciness
- 1 cup Cooked Bacon Chopped
- 2 tablespoons Hot Sauce or Sriracha Adjust to taste
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika Sweet or smoked varieties
- 1/4 cup Optional Green Onions/Jalapeños Chopped, add to taste
- 1 Egg For egg wash
Instructions
How to Make Spicy Bacon Cheese Pinwheels
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix the filling by combining shredded cheese, chopped bacon, hot sauce, garlic powder, paprika, and any optional ingredients in a bowl.
- Unfold the puff pastry sheets on a clean surface and spread the cheese and bacon mixture evenly across both sheets.
- Roll each pastry tightly from the long side into a log.
- Slice the logs into 1-inch rounds and place them cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet.
- Brush the tops lightly with beaten egg.
- Bake for 15 to 18 minutes or until the pinwheels are puffed and golden brown.
- Cool slightly on the baking sheet before serving.
Notes
These pinwheels can be served with your favorite dipping sauces or enjoyed on their own. They are best warm.
Nutrition
Serving: 1pinwheelCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg
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