1-First Step: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) on fan bake and line a large baking tray with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.

2-Second Step: If you want, roll out the puff pastry sheet slightly on a clean surface to make it easier to spread the toppings, but it’s optional with ready-rolled varieties that save time for home cooks.

3-Third Step: Spread the 1/4 cup of cream cheese evenly across the entire puff pastry sheet; this helps the fillings stick and creates that creamy base for your jalapeno poppers.

4-Fourth Step: On one half of the pastry, scatter the 1/2 cup of finely chopped pickled jalapenos and the 4 slices of chopped bacon evenly to distribute the flavors just right.

5-Fifth Step: Sprinkle half of each cheese 1/2 cup grated cheddar, 1/2 cup grated Gruyere, and 1/2 cup grated parmesan over the jalapenos and bacon layer, making sure it’s well-covered for that ultimate cheesy pull.

6-Sixth Step: Fold the plain half of the pastry over the topped side and press gently along the edges to seal everything in, then mark indentations about 2 cm apart and slice into strips using a knife or pizza cutter for easy handling.

7-Seventh Step: Twist each strip a few times to form a spiral shape, place them on the prepared baking tray, and tuck in any filling that might escape to keep the twists neat and packed with goodness.

8-Eighth Step: Brush each twist with the whisked egg for a glossy finish and sprinkle the remaining cheese on top to get those crispy, cheesy edges that make these puff pastry twists stand out.

9-Ninth Step: Bake the twists in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, rotating the tray halfway through to ensure even cooking and a golden, crispy result that’s perfect for parties.

10-Tenth Step: Once done, let the twists cool for about 5 minutes on the tray before serving to avoid burns and allow the flavors to settle, making them ideal for sharing at gatherings.