This easy Pinwheel Recipe brings out all the great flavors in jalapeno poppers. It is an easy delicious game day snack or party appetizer and can easily be modified to your liking!
These are a hot commodity at game day parties, potlucks, and neighborhood socials.
Fall is approaching quickly. This morning I had to turn the heat on in the car on the way to drop my son off at school. It was fifty-five degrees, so there is no doubt that things are starting to change a bit. Before you know it, the holiday and entertainment season will be upon us. This easy Pinwheel Recipe makes that neighborhood soiree or game day party an absolute breeze!
How to make easy Jalapeno Popper Pinwheels
Blend your cream cheese, sour cream, and sriracha until smooth and creamy. Stir in minced jalapeno, finely shredded cheddar cheese, minced onion, finely chopped bell pepper, and chopped crisp bacon. Generously spread over cooked soft tortillas. Roll up tight and either slice for serving or refrigerate for use within a day.
Cream cheese is the base for most pinwheels, but you can certainly modify the other ingredients to your liking and add them to the cream cheese.
Recipe variations for pinwheels
- Chicken Bacon Ranch – minced chicken, crisp, finely chopped bacon, a few tablespoons of ranch, and chopped scallions.
- Italian – Genoa salami, finely chopped sun-dried tomatoes, shredded provolone cheese, and pepperoni.
- Taco – cooked taco with seasoned beef, shredded cheddar cheese, a few tablespoons of salsa, chopped scallions, and chopped olives.
- Reuben – thin sliced corned beef, well-drained sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, and a couple of tablespoons of Russian dressing.
The possibilities for different pinwheels are endless. I bet there is something going through your creative mind right now!!
Recipe notes and helpful tips
- Soften the cream cheese to make it easier to mix and spread.
- Chop bacon, jalapenos, and vegetables very fine.
- Try to choose jalapenos that are mild. Remove seeds and membranes. See my section on picking mild jalapenos.
- Roll tortillas as tight as you can without squeezing out all the goodies.
- Discard end pieces unless you want to save them for a snack for yourself or the kids.
- This pinwheel recipe can be prepared ahead of time and wrapped in plastic wrap, refrigerated, and cut right before serving.
How do you choose mild jalapenos for pinwheel recipes?
With just a little patience and understanding, you too, can pick jalapenos that are flavorful yet mild. Look for the young peppers that are green and smooth all over with no blemishes or striations. These young jalapeno peppers are milder. Stay away from any with white lines, flecks, and red ones, as these peppers are older and much hotter. Take your time picking the peppers, and you will love them.
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This post was originally published on August 24, 2018, and was republished on October 6, 2019, with new content.
Jalapeno Popper Pinwheel Recipe
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2-3 teaspoons sriracha to taste
- 1 jalapeno seeded and minced
- 1/2 red or orange pepper finely chopped
- 2/3 cup finely shredded cheddar cheese
- 6 slices crispy cooked bacon finely chopped
- 3 tablespoon red onion minced
- 4 10 inch tortillas
Instructions
- Beat cream cheese, sour cream, and sriracha until smooth. Stir in jalapeno, bell pepper, cheese, bacon, and onion.
- Divide evenly over flour tortillas.
- Roll very tightly and slice into 1/2 – 1 inch pieces, discarding ends.
Notes
- Soften the cream cheese to make it easier to mix and spread.
- Chop bacon, jalapenos, and vegetables very fine.
- Try to choose jalapenos that are mild. Remove seeds and membranes. See my section on picking mild jalapenos.
- Roll tortillas as tight as you can without squeezing out all the goodies.
- Discard end pieces unless you want to save them for a snack for yourself or the kids.
- This pinwheel recipe can be prepared ahead of time and wrapped in plastic wrap, refrigerated, and cut right before serving.
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Susan P
I haven’t made this yet but I’m going to. I need to leave out the jalapeños because anything hot or spicy does not set well with my stomach. I’m sure it will be good.
Beth Pierce
Yes I am sure it will still be delicious!
Becky Hardin
These are a great idea for my next get together. I have to make them soon.
Jessica Burgess
Oh my goodness, these are as delicious as they sound!
Beth Pierce
Thanks Jessica! I am glad that you enjoyed them!!
Mallory Lanz
Jalepeno poppers are my favorite, but so much work. Thanks for an easier way to enjoy them.
Katie
We loved these pinwheels! The perfect side or appetizer.
Valentina
These Jalapeno Popper Pinwheels are a great appetizer!
Toni
It was an amazing appetizer idea! My family loved it!
Aimee Shugarman
OMG this was so delicious. I can’t wait to make it again soon.
Jen
I love an easy party appetizer that you can make ahead of time. This will be perfect for our next get together!
Tanya Schroeder
I love the filling in these pinwheels!
Emily
I love these, all the yummy jalapeño popper flavors without the deep frying!
Dannii
Anything with jalapenoes is good with me. These would go down very well at a party.
Beth Pierce
Me too! I love them!
Bintu
These sound like such a tasty and flavourful appetizer option! I love jalapenos, they always bring such a delicious flavour to things.
Beth Pierce
Thanks so much! Yes a little minced jalapeno is good in so many dishes!
Michelle
Love these! I’m veggie so will skip on the bacon, but love absolutely everything about these. Definitely making these!
Beth Pierce
Thanks Michelle! Enjoy! Do you eat seafood?
Natalie
Looks so delicious and would make a great appetizer on any dinner party!
Alexandra
What a clever and delicious idea! Love these flavours, and can only imagine in a pinwheel they will be fabulous!