Keyword: Appetizer, Cranberry, Easy, festive, Holiday, roll ups
Prep Time: 20 minutesminutes
Chilling Time: 1 hourhour
Total Time: 1 hourhour20 minutesminutes
Servings: 12pinwheels
Calories: 100kcal
Equipment
Mixing Bowl
sharp serrated knife
Plastic wrap
serving platter
Ingredients
For the Filling
8ozCream CheeseSubstitution Note: Use Neufchâtel cheese for a lighter option.
1cupDried CranberriesSubstitution Note: Use any dried fruit like cherries for variation.
2tbspFresh Herbs (e.g., chives, parsley)Substitution Note: Basil or dill can also work well.
For the Wrapper
4largeTortillasSubstitution Note: Whole wheat or gluten-free tortillas can be used for dietary preferences.
Instructions
How to Make
Prepare Filling: Start by beating the cream cheese in a bowl until it's fluffy and smooth. Mix in the dried cranberries and freshly chopped herbs, blending well until everything is evenly coupled together.
Assemble Roll Ups: Lay out a tortilla on a clean surface. Spread the filling evenly over the entire tortilla, making sure to cover it with a generous layer. Tightly roll it up to form a log, ensuring it's compact and secure.
Chill: Wrap each log in plastic wrap, ensuring it’s tightly closed. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, giving the flavors time to meld together and the logs to firm up for easier slicing.
Slice and Serve: Once chilled, carefully unwrap each log. Using a sharp serrated knife, slice the log into ½-inch pinwheels. Arrange them beautifully on a serving platter to showcase your work.
Notes
Optional: Garnish with extra herbs for a pop of color! These roll ups are best served cold, but can be microwaved on low if preferred warm.