Simplified Turkey Cranberry Pinwheels (Printable Version)

Soft tortillas filled with turkey, cranberries, cream cheese, and spinach for a quick, tasty bite.

# Ingredient List:

→ Filling

01 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
02 - 2 tbsp mayonnaise
03 - 1 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
04 - 1/4 tsp ground black pepper

→ Main

05 - 4 large flour tortillas (10-inch)
06 - 7 oz sliced cooked turkey breast
07 - 1/2 cup dried cranberries, roughly chopped
08 - 2 cups baby spinach leaves, washed and dried

# How to Make:

01 - In a bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, chopped chives, and black pepper until smooth.
02 - Lay one tortilla flat on a clean surface and evenly spread one quarter of the cream cheese mixture over it, covering to the edges.
03 - Place sliced turkey breast evenly over the cream cheese layer.
04 - Sprinkle one quarter of the chopped cranberries over the turkey, then top with a layer of baby spinach leaves.
05 - Roll the tortilla tightly from one edge to form a log, ensuring the filling is secure.
06 - Repeat spreading, layering, and rolling with the remaining tortillas and filling portions.
07 - Wrap each roll tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up, improving sliceability.
08 - Unwrap each roll and cut into 3/4-inch thick pinwheels, trimming ends for uniform appearance if desired.
09 - Arrange pinwheels on a platter and serve chilled as an appetizer.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Festive and easy appetizer
  • Combines tender turkey with tangy cream cheese and sweet cranberries
02 -
  • Can be made up to 24 hours in advance; keep refrigerated until serving
  • Substitute spinach with arugula or use whole wheat tortillas for variation
03 -
  • Chill the rolls before slicing for cleaner pinwheels
  • Use softened cream cheese for easier mixing and spreading
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