Ingredients:
Cream cheese, bacon, jalapeños, cheddar, tortillas. Done.
Make-ahead MVP: Assemble the night before—slice and serve when the crowd arrives.
Customizable heat: Seed the peppers for mild or go full inferno.
Ingredients & Swaps
(Quantities in the recipe card!)
Cream Cheese: 12 oz softened. Light cream cheese works, but full-fat is extra luscious.
Bacon: 8 slices cooked crispy. Pre-cooked bacon bits in a pinch (no judgment).
Jalapeños: ¼ cup chopped. Pickled jalapeños for tang or fresh for crunch.
Cheddar: 1 cup shredded. Pepper Jack for extra kick.
Tortillas: 6 large (10-inch). Spinach or sun-dried tomato wraps for color.
Optional Add-Ins:
½ tsp smoked paprika
1 tbsp chopped cilantro
A squeeze of lime juice
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Mix the Filling
In a bowl, mash 12 oz cream cheese with 8 crumbled bacon slices, ¼ cup jalapeños, 1 cup cheddar, and 1 tsp garlic powder. Pro tip: Use a stand mixer—it’s arm-day saver.
PREPARATION:
- Spread & Roll
Divide filling evenly among 6 tortillas. Spread to the edges.
Roll tightly like a sleeping bag. No gaps! - Chill & Slice
Wrap rolls in plastic. Refrigerate 1 hour (or overnight). Chilling = cleaner slices.
Slice into ½-inch rounds. Wipe the knife between cuts for sharp edges.
Pro Tips
Bacon hack: Bake bacon on a rack at 400°F for 15 mins—no flipping, no splatter.
Spice control: Wear gloves when chopping jalapeños. Trust me.
Freeze ’em: Roll and wrap uncut logs. Freeze up to 1 month. Thaw in the fridge before slicing.
FAQ
Can I use flour tortillas?
Absolutely! But spinach wraps add a fun pop of color.
Why are my pinwheels falling apart?
Too much filling or under-chilling. Spread thinner and chill longer.
How long do they last?
2 days in the fridge. After that, the tortillas get soggy (but they’ll still taste bomb).
Serving Ideas
Game day spread: Pair with beer cheese dip and crispy wings.
Brunch twist: Serve with mimosas and a fruit platter.
Kid-friendly: Skip the jalapeños and add diced ham.
Nutrition (Per Pinwheel):
Calories: 85 | Carbs: 5g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 6g
Stats vary based on tortilla size and cheese choice.
Jalapeno Popper Pinwheels
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Chill Time: 1 hour | Total Time: 1 hour 15 mins | Servings: 24 pinwheels
Ingredients
12 oz cream cheese, softened
8 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
¼ cup chopped jalapeños (seeds in for heat)
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 tsp garlic powder
6 large (10-inch) flour tortillas
Instructions
Mix Filling: Combine cream cheese, bacon, jalapeños, cheddar, and garlic powder until smooth.
Assemble: Spread mixture evenly over tortillas. Roll tightly.
Chill: Wrap in plastic. Refrigerate 1 hour.
Slice: Cut into ½-inch rounds. Serve chilled.
Notes
Storage: Keep refrigerated up to 2 days.
Freezing: Freeze uncut rolls up to 1 month. Thaw