Cranberry Pinwheel Recipes

Delicious cranberry pinwheel appetizers for festive gatherings

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A delightful roundup of four unique cranberry pinwheel appetizers perfect for any festive gathering, including jalapeño, turkey, chicken, and walnut variations.

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Prep Time 20

Total Time 20

Servings: 16 pieces

Course: Appetizer, Snack

Cuisine: American, Holiday

Calories: 150

Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Cranberry Jalapeño Pinwheels

8 oz cream cheese, softened For the creamy base
1 cup cranberries, fresh or canned Chopped or whole
1 each jalapeño, diced Adjust to taste for heat
4 each tortilla wraps Soft flour or corn tortillas

Turkey Cranberry Pinwheels

2 cups cooked turkey, shredded Ideal for leftovers
8 oz cream cheese, softened For spreading
1 cup cranberry sauce Use homemade or store-bought
4 each tortilla wraps Choose your favorite type

Chicken Cranberry Pinwheels

2 cups shredded chicken Cooked and cooled
8 oz cream cheese, softened For the filling
1 cup cranberries, dried For sweetness and texture
2 tbsp Dijon mustard For added flavor
4 each tortilla wraps For rolling

Cranberry Walnut Pinwheels

8 oz cream cheese, softened Luscious base
1 cup dried cranberries Chop if large
1/2 cup walnuts, chopped Add crunch
4 each tortilla wraps Soft tortillas work best

Method

Preparation

In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese with additional ingredients as specified for each type of pinwheel.
Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly onto each tortilla.
Roll up the tortillas tightly to form pinwheels.
Slice each roll into bite-sized pieces.
Arrange on a serving platter and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4g

Notes

These pinwheels can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for several hours before serving.

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