Chili Cheddar Pinwheels Recipe

Spice up your next gathering with these irresistible Chili Cheddar Crescent Pinwheels! Flaky crescent roll dough is filled with a creamy, spicy cheese mixture, then baked to golden perfection. Perfect for parties, holidays, or a quick and easy weeknight snack – these addictive pinwheels will disappear in a flash! Get the recipe now and prepare for rave reviews.

Prep Time 25 mins

Cook Time 37 mins

Calories 42.2 kcal

Protein 2g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Chili Cheddar Pinwheels

4 ounces (113g) softened cream cheese
1 cup (100g) shredded cheddar cheese
Green Chilies
2 tablespoons picante sauce
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
Refrigerated Crescent Dinner Rolls

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How to Make Chili Cheddar Pinwheels

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a medium mixing bowl, beat 4 ounces (113g) of softened cream cheese until smooth.
Stir in 1 cup (100g) shredded cheddar cheese, 1/2 cup (70g) chopped pickled jalapeños (or other chili), 2 tablespoons picante sauce, 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1/4 teaspoon onion powder. Mix well.
Separate one 8-ounce can of crescent roll dough into 4 rectangles. Gently press perforations to seal.
Spread about 1/4 cup of the cheese mixture evenly over each rectangle.
Starting with a short side, tightly roll up each rectangle like a jelly roll.
Wrap the pinwheels in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour (or up to overnight).
Cut each roll into 8 slices (you should have 32 pinwheels total).
Place pinwheels on ungreased baking sheets.
Sprinkle with additional chili powder, if desired.
Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown and heated through.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

Fat

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Chili Cheddar Pinwheels?

Chili Cheddar Pinwheels takes about 62 minutes from start to finish — roughly 25 minutes to prepare and 37 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Chili Cheddar Pinwheels?

Chili Cheddar Pinwheels has approximately 42.2 calories per serving, with about 2 g protein, 1 g carbohydrates and 3 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Chili Cheddar Pinwheels?

The key ingredients for Chili Cheddar Pinwheels are Cream Cheese, Cheddar Cheese, Green Chilies, Picante Sauce, Chili Powder, Garlic Salt. See the full list with measurements above.