Cream Cheese Pinwheels (Print View)

Savory, creamy pinwheels featuring a luscious cream cheese filling rolled in soft tortillas, perfect for parties, lunches, or as a quick snack.

# What You'll Need:

→ Filling

01 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened to room temperature
02 - 1/4 cup sour cream
03 - 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
04 - 1/4 cup finely chopped green onions
05 - 1/4 cup diced red bell pepper
06 - 1/4 cup chopped fresh spinach
07 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
08 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
09 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Assembly

10 - 4 large flour tortillas, 10-inch diameter
11 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley for garnish

# Method:

01 - Combine cream cheese, sour cream, cheddar cheese, green onions, red bell pepper, spinach, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt in a medium bowl. Mix thoroughly until completely smooth and evenly blended.
02 - Place tortillas flat on a clean work surface. Distribute the cream cheese mixture evenly across each tortilla, spreading to the edges while maintaining a 1/2-inch border around the perimeter.
03 - Roll each tortilla tightly from one edge to create a compact log shape. Apply firm, even pressure to eliminate air pockets and ensure tight rolling.
04 - Wrap each rolled tortilla securely in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for a minimum of 1 hour to firm the filling for clean slicing.
05 - Remove plastic wrap and use a sharp knife to cut each roll into 6 evenly sized pinwheels approximately 1-inch thick. Wipe the knife clean between cuts for neat slices.
06 - Arrange pinwheels on a serving platter and sprinkle with fresh parsley if desired. Serve immediately while chilled or keep refrigerated until ready to serve.

# Insider Tips:

01 -
  • No cooking required just mixing and rolling, perfect for kitchen novices or hot summer days
  • These disappear from party plates faster than anything else I make
02 -
  • Room temperature ingredients prevent torn tortillas and uneven spreading
  • The chilling step cannot be skipped or the rolls will squish instead of slice cleanly
03 -
  • Use unflavored dental floss instead of a knife for perfect slices that do not squish
  • Let the pinwheels sit at room temperature for 15 minutes before serving for the best texture

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