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Colorful Pinwheel Appetizers

These vibrant pinwheels are made by spreading creamy cheese onto tortillas, layering with roasted peppers, turkey slices, and herbs, then rolling and slicing into colorful spirals. Baked until golden and crispy around the edges, they offer a playful and customizable snack with a delightful crunch and rich flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: General
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • Flour Tortillas 4 large 20–25 cm: Soft and flexible for rolling
  • Cream Cheese 225 g 8 oz, softened: Creamy base that holds everything together
  • Sour Cream or Mayonnaise 3 tablespoons: Adds spread ability
  • Shredded Cheddar or Colby Jack Cheese 1 cup 100 g: Mild, familiar flavor
  • Diced Bell Peppers ½ cup 75 g, finely diced: Color and crunch
  • Green Onions ¼ cup 25 g, sliced: Gentle savory bite
  • Sliced Olives ¼ cup optional: Optional salty contrast
  • Salt ¼ teaspoon: Enhances flavor
  • Black Pepper ¼ teaspoon: Light seasoning
  • Fresh Herbs 1–2 tablespoons optional: Optional brightness

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl: For the filling
  • Spatula: Smooth spreading
  • Cutting Board: Rolling and slicing
  • Sharp Knife: Clean edges
  • Plastic Wrap: Helps with chilling

Method
 

  1. Place softened cream cheese in a mixing bowl.
  2. Add sour cream or mayonnaise and mix until smooth and spreadable.
  3. Add shredded cheese, bell peppers, green onions, olives (if using), salt, and black pepper.
  4. Mix until evenly combined.
  5. Lay a tortilla flat on a clean surface.
  6. Spread an even layer of filling across the entire tortilla.
  7. Roll the tortilla tightly into a log shape.
  8. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  9. Remove from refrigerator and slice into 2–3 cm thick pinwheels.
  10. Arrange on a serving plate and garnish with fresh herbs if desired.