Turkey Cheese Spinach Pinwheels (Printable)

Bite-sized pinwheels of turkey, cheddar, cream cheese, and spinach wrapped in tortillas for quick, tasty snacks.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Tortillas

01 - 4 large flour tortillas (10-inch diameter)

→ Spreads & Cheese

02 - 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
03 - 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
04 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
05 - 3.5 ounces shredded cheddar cheese

→ Meats

06 - 7 ounces sliced turkey breast

→ Vegetables

07 - 2 ounces fresh baby spinach leaves, washed and dried

→ Seasonings

08 - Salt, to taste
09 - Black pepper, to taste

# Directions:

01 - Combine cream cheese, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, shredded cheddar, salt, and black pepper in a medium mixing bowl using a spatula until mixture is smooth and uniform.
02 - Position one flour tortilla on a clean cutting board. Spread approximately one-fourth of the cheese mixture over the surface, ensuring the edges are covered.
03 - Evenly lay about 1.75 ounces of sliced turkey breast over the cheese spread.
04 - Scatter roughly 0.5 ounces (a handful) of baby spinach leaves atop the turkey slices.
05 - Starting from one edge, roll the tortilla tightly into a log, maintaining even pressure throughout.
06 - Repeat the spreading, layering, and rolling process for the remaining tortillas and fillings.
07 - Wrap each rolled tortilla securely in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to facilitate clean slicing.
08 - Unwrap each roll, trim any uneven ends, and slice into 6 uniform pinwheels using a chef's knife.
09 - Arrange the pinwheels on a platter and serve chilled or at room temperature.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It's a stress-free fix for parties or snack cravings—colorful, tasty, and quick to make!
  • These pinwheels won me over because they're easy to customize and always vanish first at the table.
02 -
  • If you rush the chilling step, the filling oozes and the pinwheels squish—persistence pays off.
  • Warming tortillas briefly prevents cracking and tearing when rolling tightly.
03 -
  • Never skip the chilling time—pinwheels hold their shape and flavors develop.
  • Rolling from the edge with cheese mixture prevents air bubbles inside the log.
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