Description
Delightful jalapeño crescent rolls filled with creamy cheese and a hint of spice, perfect for gatherings or as a cozy snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can crescent roll dough
- 1 cup shredded cheese (like cheddar or pepper jack)
- 1–2 jalapeños, diced
- 1 tablespoon cream cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 egg (for egg wash, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Combine the shredded cheese, diced jalapeños, cream cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl.
- Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate it into triangles.
- Place a spoonful of the cheese mixture at the wide end of each triangle and roll toward the point, pinching the edges to seal.
- Arrange the filled rolls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Brush the tops with beaten egg, if desired.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Use fresh jalapeños for heat or pickled jalapeños for a milder flavor. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg