Cream Cheese Pinwheels
Cream Cheese Pinwheels is a easy American recipe that serves 4. 120 calories per serving. Recipe by Homemade Food Junkie on YouTube.
Prep: 10 min | Cook: PT0M | Total: 15 min
Cost: $10.57 total, $2.64 per serving
Ingredients
- 4 large Flour Tortillas (8‑inch size, soft)
- 8 oz Cream Cheese (softened to room temperature)
- 1/2 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese (mild or sharp, pre‑shredded)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Chives (finely chopped)
- 4 slices Deli Turkey Slices (thinly sliced, optional substitute with ham or roast beef)
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt (to taste)
- 1/8 teaspoon Black Pepper (freshly ground)
Instructions
Soften Cream Cheese
Remove the cream cheese from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for about 5 minutes, or microwave on low (10‑15 seconds) until soft but not melted.
Time: PT2M
Mix Filling
In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, chopped chives, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth and evenly mixed.
Time: PT3M
Spread Cream Cheese Mixture
Lay a tortilla flat on the cutting board. Evenly spread a thin layer of the cream cheese mixture over the entire surface, leaving about 1/2 inch of space at the edges.
Time: PT2M
Add Deli Meat
Place one slice of deli turkey (or your chosen meat) on top of the spread, covering the tortilla evenly.
Time: PT1M
Roll the Tortilla
Starting at one short edge, roll the tortilla tightly using the rolling pin to apply gentle pressure, forming a firm log.
Time: PT1M
Slice into Pinwheels
Using a sharp knife, cut the rolled tortilla into 1‑inch (2.5 cm) slices. Place the pinwheels on a serving platter, seam side down.
Time: PT1M
Repeat for Remaining Tortillas
Repeat steps 3‑6 with the remaining tortillas and ingredients. Once all pinwheels are cut, cover the platter with plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Time: PT0M
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 120
- Protein
- 5 g
- Carbohydrates
- 12 g
- Fat
- 6 g
- Fiber
- 1 g
Dietary info: Contains gluten, Contains meat, Vegetarian option available with meat substitute
Allergens: Dairy, Wheat, Meat
Last updated: April 18, 2026






