Texas Twinkies

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 box puff pastry (1 lb)
• 12 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup chopped jalapeños, seeded
• 1/4 cup chopped onion
• 1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 egg, beaten

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

20 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Unroll puff pastry on a lightly floured surface.
3. In a medium bowl, combine cream cheese, cheddar cheese, jalapeños, onion, green bell pepper, salt, and pepper.
4. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the puff pastry.
5. Brush the edges of the puff pastry lightly with beaten egg.
6. Roll up the puff pastry, starting from one long end.
7. Brush the top of the pastry with beaten egg.
8. Cut the pastry into 1-inch slices and place on a baking sheet.
9. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 180 per serving
• Fat: 10g
• Carbohydrates: 20g
• Protein: 5g

Dish Characteristics:

• Crispy, flaky pastry
• Creamy, cheesy filling
• Zesty jalapeño flavor
• Perfect for parties or snacks

User Comments:

• "These Texas Twinkies were a huge hit at my party! Everyone raved about the creamy filling and the spicy kick from the jalapeños." - Sarah
• "I love that these are so easy to make. I always have puff pastry in the freezer, so I can whip up a batch of these whenever I need a quick snack." - Mary
• "I love the combination of sweet and spicy in these Twinkies. I'll definitely be making them again." - David

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be sure to seed the jalapeños before chopping to reduce the spice level.
• If you don't have puff pastry on hand, you can substitute crescent roll dough.
• These Texas Twinkies are best served warm.