Save Colorful tortilla pinwheels filled with creamy cheese, crisp vegetables, and festive flavors—perfect for holiday parties or cozy gatherings.
This recipe has become a favorite at our family gatherings, bringing everyone together with its festive appearance and delicious taste.
Ingredients
- Dairy: 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese softened
- Dairy: 1/2 cup (120 g) sour cream
- Dairy: 1 cup (100 g) shredded cheddar cheese
- Vegetables: 1/2 cup (60 g) red bell pepper finely diced
- Vegetables: 1/2 cup (60 g) green bell pepper finely diced
- Vegetables: 1/2 cup (60 g) carrot grated
- Vegetables: 2 green onions finely sliced
- Vegetables: 1/4 cup (15 g) fresh parsley chopped
- Wraps: 4 large (10-inch) spinach or tomato-flavored flour tortillas
- Seasonings: 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Seasonings: 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Seasonings: 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Step 1:
- In a medium bowl, combine the cream cheese sour cream and shredded cheddar cheese Mix until smooth and fluffy
- Step 2:
- Add the diced red and green bell peppers grated carrot green onions parsley garlic powder black pepper and salt Stir thoroughly to combine
- Step 3:
- Lay out the tortillas on a flat surface Spread about 1/4 of the cheese-vegetable mixture evenly over each tortilla leaving a 1/2-inch border around the edges
- Step 4:
- Tightly roll up each tortilla into a log
- Step 5:
- Wrap each roll in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up
- Step 6:
- Unwrap and slice each roll into 1/2-inch pinwheels Arrange on a serving platter
- Step 7:
- Serve chilled or at room temperature
Save Making these pinwheels together has created many cherished family moments, with everyone eager to taste their creations.
Notes
For added flavor mix in sun-dried tomatoes or chopped olives Substitute whole-wheat tortillas for extra fiber For a non-vegetarian option add thinly sliced turkey or ham before rolling Pairs well with sparkling cider or a crisp white wine
Required Tools
Mixing bowl Spatula Chefs knife Cutting board Plastic wrap
Allergen Information
Contains dairy (cream cheese sour cream cheddar cheese) and gluten (flour tortillas) May contain traces of soy if using store-bought tortillas or cheese Double-check labels for allergens if using pre-packaged ingredients
Save These festive pinwheels are sure to be a hit at any gathering adding both color and flavor with ease.
Recipe FAQ
- → What cheeses are used in these pinwheel wraps?
The wraps include cream cheese, sour cream, and shredded cheddar cheese blended together for a creamy and flavorful filling.
- → Can I make these pinwheels ahead of time?
Yes, refrigerate the rolled tortillas wrapped in plastic for at least one hour to firm up before slicing and serving chilled or at room temperature.
- → What tortilla flavors work best for these wraps?
Spinach or tomato-flavored flour tortillas add color and subtle taste, but plain or whole-wheat tortillas can also be used.
- → Are there vegetarian options for these wraps?
Yes, the filling is vegetarian with cheese and vegetables, but you can also add thinly sliced turkey or ham if desired.
- → What seasonings enhance the flavor of the filling?
Garlic powder, black pepper, and a pinch of salt complement the creaminess and fresh vegetables, balancing the overall flavor.