Description
These Irresistible Pepper Jelly Air Fryer Pinwheels combine creamy cream cheese, sweet and spicy pepper jelly, smoky turkey bacon, and sharp cheddar cheese all rolled inside a soft flour tortilla. Air-fried to crispy perfection, they make a perfect appetizer or snack that’s quick to prepare and bursting with flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup pepper jelly (any flavor you love)
- 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled turkey bacon
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Assembly
- 1 large (10–12 inch) flour tortilla
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Make the Filling: In a medium bowl, mix the softened cream cheese with the pepper jelly, turkey bacon, and green onions until smooth and well combined. Season with salt and black pepper to taste to create a flavorful filling.
- Build the Pinwheels: Place the tortilla on a clean, flat surface. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly across the tortilla, leaving a slight border around the edges. Then sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly on top for melty, cheesy goodness.
- Roll and Chill: Carefully roll the tortilla tightly from one end to the other. Wrap the rolled tortilla in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up, making it easier to slice into neat pinwheels.
- Slice and Air Fry: After chilling, unwrap the tortilla and slice it into 1-inch thick pinwheels. Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Arrange the pinwheels in a single layer in the air fryer basket without overcrowding, then air fry for 5–7 minutes until golden and melty.
- Serve and Enjoy: Let the pinwheels cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm as a delicious appetizer or snack that’s sweet, savory, and perfectly crispy.
Notes
- You can swap turkey bacon for regular bacon if preferred.
- For a spicier kick, try using jalapeño pepper jelly or add diced jalapeños to the filling.
- These pinwheels are best served warm but can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator until ready to air fry.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheated in the air fryer to regain crispiness.
- You can freeze the rolled, wrapped pinwheels before slicing; slice and air fry directly from frozen, adding 2–3 extra minutes to the cook time.
- If you don’t have an air fryer, bake pinwheels in the oven at 375°F (190°C) for 10–12 minutes until golden and crispy.
