These Easy Turkey Pinwheel Sandwiches With Cream Cheese are perfect for an easy appetizer, to serve on game day or for meal prep for lunch throughout the week. This light sandwich takes only minutes to make!
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Why You'll Love These Turkey Pinwheel Sandwiches!
The first time I made these pinwheel sandwiches, they were intended to be an appetizer for a holiday get-together. Well it turns out my husband loved them so much he wants them for lunch on regular rotation! So really these little turkey pinwheels are super versatile. Add them to your kids lunch box, serve them as a healthy snack or they make the perfect finger food for parties!
Easy To Make- Once you mix the cream cheese spread the pinwheels come together quickly.
Make Ahead- Make these the day before a party or meal prep for lunches throughout the week.
Great For Parties- I love having pinwheels for parties or for game day. They are a great sandwich that isn't messy making it the perfect finger food.
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Equipment Needed
bowl- any medium size mixing bowl will work.
spatula- will help smooth the cream cheese in an even layer over the tortilla.
knife- a sharp knife to cut the tortillas into the pinwheels.
Key Ingredients
cream cheese-this really helps hold the pinwheels together. Make sure to allow it to come to room temperature before trying to stir in the other ingredients.
cheddar cheese- I like the contrast of the sharp cheddar cheese and the cream cheese but feel free to use your favorite cheese.
dried cranberries- adds a little sweetness to the cream cheese spread.
jalapeños-this is completely optional but I love the combination of the sweet cranberries and the spicy jalapenos.
chives- adds a mild onion flavor. You could also use very finely minced red onion or fresh green onions.
sliced deli turkey- thinly sliced deli meat is the best option for the pinwheels. I pick a neutral flavored turkey or rotisserie chicken so the flavor doesn't compete with the cranberries.
tortillas- use the larger size flour tortillas. They come in different flavors. I used a whole wheat variety. I would not use a corn tortilla because they can rip easily.
romaine lettuce- any green leaf lettuce will work well in the sandwich wraps.
Step-By-Step Instructions
Add the softened cream cheese to a bowl and use a spatula to mash the cream cheese so that it is easily spreadable. Stir in the cheddar cheese, dried cranberries, chives and jalapenos.
Once mixed add a ⅓ of the cream cheese mixture to the tortilla and use the spatula to spread into a thin even layer over the top of the wrap.
Add the romaine lettuce leaves and the turkey slices to the tortilla.
Carefully roll the wrap keeping all of the ingredients tucked inside. To help the pinwheel stay closed add a little cream cheese to the edge to stick the wrap together.
Cut the wrap into pinwheels with a serrated knife. It will make it easier to get clean cuts. Repeat with the remaining ingredients.
Make Ahead
Turkey pinwheels are perfect to make ahead. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and store in an airtight container for 2-3 days.
Expert Tips
- Make sure the lettuce is very dry after you wash it. Use a paper towel to remove excess moisture to prevent the tortillas from becoming soggy.
- Only make these turkey pinwheel sandwiches a few days in advance to keep the ingredients fresh.
Filling Ideas
Use your favorite deli meat. Deli ham is also a great choice. You can also make a a blt pinwheel by adding crumbled cooked bacon or bacon bits and tomatoes.
A pesto turkey pinwheel with mozzarella cheese and sun-dried tomatoes could also be a new recipe variation to try!
Buffalo chicken pinwheels with hot sauce and rotisserie chicken is another great idea!
A veggie pinwheel with red bell peppers and cucumber slices would also be a great idea for anyone that is vegetarian.
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Easy Turkey Pinwheel Sandwiches With Cream Cheese
Equipment
- bowl
- spatula
- sharp knife
Ingredients
- 5 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
- 3 tablespoons shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons dried cranberries
- 2 teaspoons fresh chives, chopped
- 2 teaspoons jalapeños, minced
- 3-4 large 8 inch burrito size tortillas
- Romain lettuce leaves
- ½ pound sliced deli turkey
Instructions
- Add the softened cream cheese to a bowl and use the spatula to mash the cheese until it is more pliable.
- Add the cheddar cheese, dried cranberries, chopped fresh chives and minced jalapenos to the cream cheese and stir together.
- Spread a ⅓ of the cream cheese mixture in an even layer over the tortilla. Layer with lettuce and turkey.
- Roll the tortilla up tightly, tucking all of the ingredients inside the roll. Use a little smear of cream cheese on the edge to help seal the edges together.
- Use a knife to cut the tortilla roll up into pinwheels. Remove the two outer edges that are mostly empty and arrange on a serving platter. Repeat with remaining ingredients.
- If making ahead wrap the tortillas in plastic to prevent them from drying out.
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