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Cheesy Jalapeno Popper Puff Pastry Straws Recipe

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These Cheesy Jalapeno Popper Puff Pastry Straws are a deliciously crispy and cheesy appetizer featuring a flaky puff pastry filled with creamy cheese, spicy pickled jalapenos, and savory bacon. Perfect for parties or snack time, these twisted straws are baked to golden perfection with a crunchy, cheesy topping.

  • Total Time: 30-35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings

Ingredients

Pastry and Cheese

  • 1 sheet of ready-rolled puff pastry
  • 1/4 cup cream cheese
  • 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, grated and divided
  • 1/2 cup Gruyere cheese, grated and divided
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated and divided
  • 1 egg, whisked

Toppings

  • 1/2 cup pickled jalapenos, finely chopped
  • 4 slices bacon, chopped

Instructions

  1. Prepare the oven and pastry: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) fan bake and line a large oven tray with parchment paper. Roll out the puff pastry sheet slightly on the parchment paper, about an inch more than originally, to create more working space.
  2. Spread cream cheese: Evenly spread the cream cheese all over one half of the puff pastry to help the toppings stick.
  3. Add toppings: Scatter the chopped pickled jalapenos and chopped bacon evenly over the cream cheese layer, extending right to the edges. Then sprinkle half of the grated cheddar, Gruyere, and parmesan cheeses evenly on top of the toppings.
  4. Fold to seal: Fold the bare half of the puff pastry over the topped half and gently press down to seal the edges together.
  5. Slice the straws: Using the folded edge as a guide, make small indentations about 2cm (3/4 inch) apart, then slice through the pastry to create strips.
  6. Twist strips: Carefully pick up each strip and twist it a couple of times to form a twisted straw. Place them on the lined baking tray. Some filling may fall out during twisting; tuck it back in as needed.
  7. Apply egg wash and cheese topping: Brush the twisted straws with the whisked egg and scatter the remaining cheddar, Gruyere, and parmesan cheese generously over them to create crisp, cheesy edges.
  8. Bake the straws: Bake in the oven for 20 to 25 minutes, rotating the tray halfway through to ensure even browning. The straws should be deeply golden and crispy.
  9. Cool and serve: Remove the tray from the oven and let the straws sit for about 5 minutes to crisp up further. Transfer to a serving platter and serve with optional garlic or gochujang aioli dips.

Notes

  • Rolling the puff pastry a little extra is optional but gives more surface area to work with.
  • If the filling spills when twisting the straws, simply tuck it back in to maintain shape.
  • Use a pizza cutter for easier and cleaner slicing of the pastry strips.
  • Serving suggestion: pair with egg-free garlic aioli or quick gochujang aioli for an extra flavor kick.
  • Make sure to rotate the baking tray halfway through for even cooking and browning.
  • Letting the straws rest after baking enhances their crispiness.
  • Author: Monica
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://monicarecipes.com/cheesy-jalapeno-popper-puff-pastry-straws-recipe/