Turkey Cranberry Pinwheels
These colorful and festive appetizers combine savory turkey, creamy cheese, and sweet cranberry sauce wrapped in a tortilla, perfect for gatherings or quick snacks.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- ½ cup cream cheese, softened This creamy base adds rich texture and flavor.
- ½ cup whole-berry cranberry sauce Adds tartness, contrasting the savory turkey.
- 4 pieces 10 inch flour tortillas Flexible wrappers for the fillings.
- 12 oz thinly sliced roast turkey Deli-style turkey works well for this recipe.
- 4 oz thinly sliced Swiss cheese Creamy and mildly nutty, pairs well with other ingredients.
- 2 oz thinly sliced Granny Smith apple (optional garnish) Adds a crunchy texture and tangy sweetness.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese and whole-berry cranberry sauce; mix until smooth.
- Lay one tortilla flat on a clean surface. Spread about ¼ of the cranberry mixture evenly on the tortilla.
- Layer thinly sliced roast turkey on top of the cranberry spread, followed by Swiss cheese, and optional Granny Smith apple slices.
- Starting from one edge, carefully roll the tortilla tightly around the fillings.
- Wrap the rolled tortilla in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least one hour.
- Unwrap the chilled roll and slice each roll into 8 equal pieces. Arrange on a serving platter.
Notes
These pinwheels can be made a day in advance and stored in an airtight container for up to three days. For a healthier version, consider whole wheat or spinach tortillas and Greek yogurt instead of cream cheese.