Pineapple Cranberry Cream Cheese Party Pinwheels
Delightful and colorful bite-sized snacks blending creamy, tangy, and sweet flavors, perfect for gatherings.
Servings: 8 pinwheels
Calories: 150kcal
Ingredients
For the filling
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup crushed pineapple, well drained
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries, chopped
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans (optional) You can omit if nut-free
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the pinwheels
- 4 large flour tortillas
Instructions
Preparation
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and fluffy.
- Stir in the crushed pineapple, chopped cranberries, green onions, and chopped pecans (if using).
- Add the garlic powder, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix until everything is well blended.
- Spread a generous layer of this mixture over each tortilla, making sure to cover it evenly.
- Roll each tortilla tightly to keep the filling tucked inside, ensuring a solid structure.
- Wrap the rolled tortillas in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, allowing them to firm up nicely.
- Once chilled, slice each roll into 1-inch thick pinwheels for a fun, bite-sized presentation.
- Arrange on a platter and enjoy the vibrant colors!
Notes
Make Ahead: Prepare the pinwheels a day in advance for an easy, stress-free party prep. Ingredient Swaps: Feel free to swap out dried cranberries for other dried fruits like raisins or cherries. Add Crunch: For an extra crunch, consider adding thinly sliced bell peppers or crunchy carrots inside the rolls.