Pinwheel Sandwiches (Print Version)
Colorful rolled tortillas with cream cheese, spinach, cheese and veggies—chill, slice and serve for parties or lunches.
# What You Need:
→ Breads & Spreads
01 - 4 large flour tortillas (10-inch each)
02 - 3 ounces cream cheese, softened
03 - 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
→ Vegetables
04 - 1 cup baby spinach leaves
05 - 1 medium carrot, julienned or shredded
06 - 1 small red bell pepper, thinly sliced
→ Dairy & Protein
07 - 4 slices cheddar cheese or Swiss cheese
08 - 4 slices deli turkey or ham (optional, omit for vegetarian preparation)
→ Seasonings
09 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
10 - Salt, to taste
11 - Black pepper, to taste
# Directions:
01 - Combine softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a small mixing bowl using a spoon or spatula until smooth and homogenous.
02 - Arrange tortillas on a clean cutting board and evenly coat each with the cream cheese mixture, leaving a half-inch border around the edges.
03 - Distribute baby spinach leaves in a single layer over the spread surface of each tortilla.
04 - Place cheese slices, and, if desired, deli turkey or ham atop the spinach. Layer with julienned carrot and sliced red bell pepper for even distribution.
05 - Firmly roll each tortilla from one edge to form a uniform log shape.
06 - Wrap each rolled tortilla tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for a minimum of 30 minutes to allow the contents to set.
07 - Remove chilled rolls from plastic wrap. Using a sharp knife, slice each roll crosswise into 1-inch wide pinwheels.
08 - Arrange pinwheels cut side up on a serving platter and present chilled or at ambient temperature.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- With every bite, you get both crunch and creaminess, like a little secret tucked into each whirl.
- They’re a guaranteed conversation starter at parties—no one can resist grabbing a few more.
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- If you try cutting them before chilling, they’ll collapse in messy heaps—patience makes all the difference.
- Swapping in hummus for the cream cheese completely changes the flavor in the best way.
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- Always use the sharpest knife you have; a dull blade will squish the pinwheels.
- Mix the spread ahead, and let the flavors mellow in the fridge for even better taste.