Cranberry Jalapeño Cream Cheese Pinwheels (Print Version)

Tangy cranberries and jalapeños blended with creamy cheese in rolled tortillas. Perfect for festive party trays.

# What You'll Need:

→ Cream Cheese Filling

01 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
02 - 1/3 cup sour cream
03 - 1 tablespoon honey

→ Mix-Ins

04 - 3/4 cup dried cranberries, roughly chopped
05 - 1/3 cup fresh jalapeño, finely diced, seeds removed for less heat
06 - 1/3 cup green onions, thinly sliced
07 - 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
08 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
09 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Assembly

10 - 4 large flour tortillas (10-inch diameter)

# Steps to Follow:

01 - In a medium mixing bowl, beat cream cheese, sour cream, and honey together using a hand mixer or spatula until smooth and creamy.
02 - Fold in chopped dried cranberries, finely diced jalapeños, sliced green onions, shredded cheddar cheese, salt, and black pepper until distributed evenly.
03 - Lay the flour tortillas on a cutting board and evenly spread the cream cheese mixture over each, leaving a 1/2-inch border around the edges.
04 - Roll each tortilla tightly into a log to ensure the filling is evenly enclosed.
05 - Wrap each tortilla roll securely with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the filling to firm.
06 - Unwrap the chilled rolls, slice into 1-inch pieces with a sharp knife, and arrange pinwheels on a serving platter.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Uses easy-to-find ingredients you probably already have
  • Perfect for making ahead and serving chilled straight from the fridge
  • Vegetarian and a hit with both kids and adults
  • Customizable heat level to please everyone at the table
02 -
  • High in flavor but light enough for snacking
  • Keeps beautifully in the fridge for up to three days
  • Looks festive and colorful on a holiday table
03 -
  • Room temperature cream cheese blends smoother with no lumps
  • Dice jalapeños finely so they lightly perfume every slice without overwhelming a bite
  • Keep a paper towel handy to wipe the knife between cuts for picture perfect pinwheels

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