Spicy Cheddar Chili Roll-Ups
These Spicy Cheddar Chili Roll-Ups are the ultimate crowd-pleasing appetizer for any occasion! Perfect for parties, holidays, or even a late-night snack, these delightful bites combine creamy and cheesy goodness with a kick of spice. The flaky crescent dough wraps around a savory filling, making each mouthful a burst of flavor. With simple ingredients and an easy preparation method, these roll-ups are sure to become a favorite. Serve them hot and watch as they disappear from the platter in no time!
64
Servings
50
Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
Cream Cheese
1 (8 ounce package, softened)
Cheddar Cheese
1 (cup, shredded (approximately 4 ounces))
Chopped Green Chilies
1 (4 ounce can, drained)
Picante Sauce
2 (tablespoons)
Chili Powder
1/2 (teaspoon)
Garlic Salt
1/4 (teaspoon)
Onion Powder
1/4 (teaspoon)
Refrigerated Crescent Dinner Rolls
2 (8 ounce cans)
Additional Chili Powder
to taste (optional for sprinkling)
Instructions
1
In a medium mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
2
Add in the shredded cheddar cheese, drained chopped green chilies, picante sauce, chili powder, garlic salt, and onion powder. Mix thoroughly until combined.
3
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
4
Open the tubes of crescent roll dough and separate each tube into four rectangles. Press the perforations between each triangle to seal well, forming a dough rectangle.
5
Spread approximately 1/4 cup of the cheese mixture evenly over each rectangle of dough.
6
Starting from the short side of each rectangle, roll up the dough jelly-roll style to enclose the filling.
7
Wrap each rolled-up dough in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to firm it up.
8
After chilling, remove the rolls from the fridge and unwrap them. Using a sharp knife, cut each roll into eight slices.
9
Arrange the slices on ungreased baking sheets, leaving space between each piece.
10
If desired, sprinkle additional chili powder over the top of the slices.
11
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the pinwheels are golden brown and puffed.
12
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving warm.
Nutrition Information
4g
Fat
4.5g
Carbs
1.25g
Protein
0.125g
Fiber
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the recipe name?
The recipe is for Spicy Cheddar Chili Roll-Ups.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe yields approximately 64 servings.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains 50 calories.
What oven temperature is required?
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
How long should the dough chill before slicing?
The rolled dough should chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to firm it up.
What type of dough is used for the roll-ups?
The recipe uses two 8-ounce cans of refrigerated crescent dinner rolls.
What are the main cheese ingredients?
The recipe calls for one 8-ounce package of softened cream cheese and one cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
How much fat is in each serving?
There are 4 grams of fat per serving.
What is the bake time for the pinwheels?
Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown and puffed.
How many carbohydrates are in a serving?
Each serving contains 4.5 grams of carbohydrates.
How many ingredients are needed for this recipe?
There are 9 ingredients in total, including optional chili powder.
What kind of chilies are used?
One 4-ounce can of drained chopped green chilies is used.
How much picante sauce is required?
The recipe requires 2 tablespoons of picante sauce.
What spices are included in the filling?
The filling includes chili powder, garlic salt, and onion powder.
Should the baking sheets be greased?
No, the slices should be arranged on ungreased baking sheets.
How many slices should each dough roll be cut into?
Each roll should be cut into eight slices.
How much filling goes on each dough rectangle?
Spread approximately 1/4 cup of the cheese mixture over each rectangle.
What is the protein content per serving?
Each serving contains 1.25 grams of protein.
How should the cream cheese be prepared?
The cream cheese should be softened and beaten until smooth before mixing.
What is the first step in assembling the dough?
Separate each tube of crescent rolls into four rectangles and press the perforations to seal them.
How should the dough be rolled up?
Roll it up starting from the short side of the rectangle in a jelly-roll style.
What is the fiber content per serving?
There is 0.125 grams of fiber per serving.
Can I add extra spice to the top?
Yes, you can sprinkle additional chili powder over the top of the slices before baking.
What is the recommended serving temperature?
These roll-ups are best served warm.
How much garlic salt is used?
The recipe uses 1/4 teaspoon of garlic salt.
What size can of green chilies is needed?
A 4-ounce can is required.
How much onion powder is in the mixture?
The mixture contains 1/4 teaspoon of onion powder.
What is the texture of the finished appetizer?
The roll-ups are flaky, creamy, cheesy, and puffed.
Is this recipe suitable for parties?
Yes, it is described as an ultimate crowd-pleasing appetizer perfect for parties and holidays.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
Tags include appetizer, snack, party food, cheesy, spicy, crescent rolls, and finger food.