Description

Crispy, creamy, sweet, and savory — these Pepper Jelly Pinwheels are the ultimate crowd-pleasing appetizer! Perfect for parties, game nights, or a snack attack, and made even better in the air fryer. Bonus? They’re pork-free and absolutely addictive!

Ingredients

Scale

1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
½ cup pepper jelly (your preferred spice level!)
½ cup cooked and crumbled turkey bacon
¼ cup green onions, chopped
1 large flour tortilla
½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

Make the Filling: In a medium bowl, mix the softened cream cheese and pepper jelly until smooth and evenly combined. Stir in the turkey bacon, green onions, and shredded cheddar cheese. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
Assemble: Lay the flour tortilla flat. Spread the filling evenly all over the surface. Roll it up tightly into a log. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 20–30 minutes (this makes slicing easier).
Slice: Unwrap and slice into 1-inch pinwheels using a sharp knife.
Air Fry: Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Lightly spray the basket with oil. Place pinwheels in the basket without overcrowding. Air fry for 6–8 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
Serve & Devour: Serve warm, garnished with more green onions or a drizzle of extra pepper jelly if desired!

Notes

Storage: Best served fresh, but leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated in the air fryer. Make Ahead: Roll and chill ahead of time, then slice and air fry when ready. Spice Swap: Use a milder or hotter jelly based on your crowd!

Prep Time: PT15M
Cook Time: PT8M
Category: Appetizer
Method: Air Fryer
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 pinwheel
Calories: 120
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 190mg
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 6g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: pepper jelly pinwheels, air fryer appetizers, turkey bacon pinwheels, party snacks