Cranberry Feta Pinwheels with Cream Cheese Recipe
Cranberry Feta Pinwheels with Cream Cheese offer a delightful combination of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors wrapped in soft flour tortillas. This easy no-bake appetizer is perfect for holiday parties or casual gatherings, requiring minimal prep and chilling time for the filling to set and flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 24 pinwheels (approximately 6 per tortilla) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Filling
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup dried cranberries, chopped
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- ¼ cup green onions, finely chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Assembly
- 4 large flour tortillas (10-inch)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling: In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, chopped dried cranberries, crumbled feta cheese, and finely chopped green onions. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is creamy and well combined. Season with salt and pepper according to your taste preferences.
- Assemble the Pinwheels: Lay one large flour tortilla flat and evenly spread about a quarter of the filling over the entire surface, reaching the edges. Roll the tortilla up tightly to form a log. Repeat this process with the remaining tortillas and filling.
- Chill: Wrap each rolled tortilla tightly in plastic wrap to maintain shape. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the filling to firm up, making the pinwheels easier to slice and enhancing the melding of flavors.
- Slice and Serve: Remove the plastic wrap and cut each tortilla roll into 1-inch thick pinwheels. Arrange them neatly on a serving platter and garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired. Serve chilled or at room temperature as a tasty snack or appetizer.
Notes
- For best results, use room temperature cream cheese to ensure a smooth filling mixture.
- Chilling time is essential for firmer slices and better flavor blending.
- You can substitute green onions with chives or finely diced red onions for variation.
- Use whole wheat or gluten-free tortillas to accommodate dietary preferences.
- These pinwheels can be made a day ahead and stored refrigerated in an airtight container.
Keywords: Cranberry Feta Pinwheels, Cream Cheese Appetizer, No-Bake Snack, Holiday Appetizer, Vegetarian Finger Food
