These Jalapeno Popper Crescents are easy to make, and feed a crowd. After one taste, you’ll agree this is the best way to make them!
I am a huge fan of jalapeño peppers. It doesn't matter if they are fresh or pickled, I put them on everything. Burgers, salads, eggs, popcorn, and even in my Jalapeno Granola.
But these new Jalapeno Popper Crescent Rolls will be especially hard to resist. They are the ultimate party or game day snack. The flavor is amazing! Soft, creamy, spicy...You may want to double this recipe because they will go quickly.
Trust me, there won't be any leftovers!
WHAT INGREDIENTS DO I NEED?
- canned crescent roll dough
- fresh jalapenos
- bacon (or turkey bacon)
- cream cheese
- shredded cheddar cheese (other options are pepper jack or monterey jack)
- chives
- garlic powder
*Full details are in the recipe card below.
HOW DO I MAKE JALAPENO POPPER CRESCENTS?
Start by slicing the fresh jalapeños in half and de-seed them.
In a mixing bowl, combine the bacon, cheeses, chives and garlic powder.
Spoon the bacon-cream cheese mixture into the center of each jalapeño. Then carefully roll a crescent around each of them.
Place the stuffed crescents on a parchment paper lined baking sheet. Bake at 375 degrees F. for approximately 10 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown.
A mix of crispy bacon, chives and cheesy filling, all stuffed in a fresh jalapeño then wrapped in a fluffy crescent roll.....how could you resist?!
I know this may not seem like the typical "The Healthy Home Cook" recipe. But life is all about balance and enjoying the foods you love. This easy, homemade appetizer is one of those recipes that I can't live without.
Are you a fan of jalapeños? Check out these recipes below:
- Jalapeno Cheddar Artisan Bread
- Jalapeno Cilantro Hummus
- Mini Turkey Tacos with Jalapeno Cranberry Salsa
- Spicy Cilantro & Jalapeno Pesto
- Jalapeno Granola
Jalapeno Popper Crescents
Ingredients
- 1 can crescent rolls (8 rolls)
- 4 fresh jalapenos
- 3 slices of bacon (or turkey bacon)- cooked & crumbled
- 2 tablespoon cream cheese
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon chives - chopped
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Start by slicing the fresh jalapeños in half and deseeding them.
- In a bowl, combine the bacon, cheeses, chives and garlic powder. Stir until well mixed.
- Spoon the bacon-cheese mixture into the center of each jalapeño. Then carefully roll a crescent around each of them.
- Place the stuffed crescents on a baking sheet. Bake at 375 degrees F. for approximately 10 minutes, or until golden brown.
Donalyn says
Putting these on my list of party foods - love this idea!
Julie says
Thanks! I hope you enjoy them 🙂
Deborah says
These jalapeno popper crescents look amazing. This is a great twist on an old favorite. Perfect for summer entertaining!
Julie says
Thanks for the comment! Hope you enjoy! 🙂
Diana says
Hi Julie - I have a heavy work schedule. Can these be made ahead of time and frozen, to be taken out and reheated in the oven as a side dish? If so, what is your suggested temp/time.
Julie says
Thanks for the message! I have not tried freezing them. But I did a little research for you... If you do freeze them, place the frozen (not thawed) croissants in a 350 degrees F. preheated oven for approximately 5-8 minutes. If you make the Jalapeno Popper Crescents a day in advance and don't freeze them, you can simply wrap them in foil and bake at 350 degrees F, for 8-10 minutes. Let me know how it goes!
KIMBERLY P STARKEY says
Can you chop up the jalapenos and mix in the cream cheese mixture and then place them in the crescent rolls and bake them?
Julie says
of course!