Description
Turkey and Cheese Pinwheels are a quick and delicious appetizer or snack featuring soft flour tortillas filled with creamy garlic-infused cream cheese, sliced turkey breast, cheddar or Swiss cheese, and fresh baby spinach. These bite-sized pinwheels are perfect for parties, lunches, or light meals, ready in just 15 minutes and serving up to 16 pieces.
Ingredients
Scale
Pinwheel Wraps
- 4 large flour tortillas
Filling
- 8 ounces sliced turkey breast
- 8 ounces cheese slices (cheddar or Swiss)
- 1 cup baby spinach or lettuce
Cream Cheese Spread
- ½ cup cream cheese, softened
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Add-ins
- Diced bell peppers
- Sliced cucumbers
- Olives
Instructions
- Prepare the cream cheese mixture: In a small bowl, thoroughly combine softened cream cheese with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth and well mixed.
- Lay out tortillas: Place the flour tortillas flat on a clean work surface to prepare for spreading the filling.
- Spread cream cheese evenly: Using a spatula or knife, spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over each tortilla, leaving about a ½-inch border along the edges to prevent overfilling when rolling.
- Layer the fillings: Evenly distribute the sliced turkey, cheese slices, and baby spinach across the cream cheese-covered tortillas. Incorporate any optional vegetables like diced bell peppers, cucumbers, or olives if desired.
- Roll the tortillas tightly: Starting from one edge, carefully roll up each tortilla tightly without causing any tears, forming a compact cylinder.
- Slice into pinwheels: Using a sharp knife, slice each rolled tortilla into 1-inch thick rounds to create individual pinwheel pieces.
- Serve or store: Arrange the pinwheels on a platter and serve immediately for maximum freshness or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
- Use fresh, soft flour tortillas to prevent cracking while rolling.
- For a fluffier cream cheese spread, ensure it is softened to room temperature before mixing.
- Customize your pinwheels by swapping turkey for ham or a vegetarian deli slice.
- These pinwheels are best enjoyed within 24 hours of preparation for optimal texture.
- Keep refrigerated if not serving immediately to maintain freshness and food safety.
