Party Pinwheel Sandwiches (Easy Make-Ahead Appetizer) Recipe
These Party Pinwheel Sandwiches are an easy, make-ahead appetizer perfect for gatherings and parties. Soft flour tortillas are spread with creamy cream cheese, layered with savory deli turkey or ham, fresh lettuce or spinach, and crisp bell peppers. Rolled tightly and chilled, they slice into colorful, bite-sized pinwheels that are as visually appealing as they are delicious.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 24 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 4–6 flour tortillas
- 200 g cream cheese
- 100–150 g deli turkey or ham, enough to cover tortillas
- Lettuce or spinach leaves
- 1 medium bell pepper, thinly sliced
Instructions
- Spread Cream Cheese: Evenly spread the cream cheese over each flour tortilla, covering the entire surface right up to the edges. The cream cheese acts as an adhesive to hold the fillings in place when rolled.
- Add Fillings: Arrange deli turkey or ham evenly over the cream cheese layer. Next, layer on lettuce or spinach leaves followed by thin slices of bell peppers. Avoid overfilling to ensure easy rolling.
- Roll and Chill: Tightly roll up each tortilla into a log shape, then wrap securely in plastic wrap. Place the rolls in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm up, making slicing easier.
- Slice and Serve: Remove rolls from the refrigerator and unwrap. Using a sharp knife, slice each roll into 1-inch rounds to create pinwheel sandwiches. Serve chilled. Store any leftovers refrigerated until ready to serve.
Notes
- Use softened cream cheese for easier spreading.
- Customize the fillings with your favorite deli meats or vegetables.
- Prepare pinwheels up to one day in advance and keep refrigerated.
- Slice gently with a sharp knife to maintain the shape of pinwheels.
- For a vegetarian version, omit the deli meat and add more veggies or a plant-based alternative.
Keywords: party pinwheel sandwiches, easy appetizer, make-ahead, cream cheese tortillas, deli meat pinwheels, finger food, party food
