Tortilla Pinwheels
These tortilla pinwheels are a fun, bite-sized snack made with creamy, flavorful fillings rolled into soft tortillas. Perfect for parties, lunchboxes, or quick no-cook appetizers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 20–24 pinwheels
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- ½ cup finely chopped vegetables (bell peppers, cucumbers, or carrots)
- ¼ cup sliced olives (optional)
- ½ cup cooked shredded chicken or turkey (optional)
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise or yogurt
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh herbs (optional)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese with mayonnaise or yogurt until smooth.
- Add shredded cheese, chopped vegetables, olives, and cooked chicken or turkey if using.
- Season with garlic powder, salt, pepper, and fresh herbs, then mix well.
- Lay a tortilla flat and spread an even layer of filling over the surface.
- Roll the tortilla tightly into a log shape.
- Wrap the rolled tortillas in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Remove from the refrigerator and slice into 2–3 cm thick pinwheels.
- Arrange on a plate and serve chilled.
Notes
- Chilling helps the pinwheels hold their shape when slicing.
- Pat vegetables dry to prevent soggy texture.
- Use hummus or flavored cream cheese for different variations.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Best served cold; reheating is not recommended.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pinwheel
- Calories: 70 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
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