Simplified Turkey Cranberry Pinwheels (Print)

Tender turkey and tangy cranberries wrapped in soft tortillas with creamy filling for easy festive bites.

# Components:

→ Filling

01 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
02 - 2 tbsp mayonnaise
03 - 1 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped (optional)
04 - 1/4 tsp black pepper

→ Main

05 - 4 large flour tortillas, 10-inch diameter
06 - 7 oz sliced cooked turkey breast
07 - 1/2 cup dried cranberries, roughly chopped
08 - 2 cups baby spinach leaves, washed and dried

# Directions:

01 - Combine softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, chives, and black pepper in a bowl; mix until smooth.
02 - Lay one tortilla flat and evenly spread about one quarter of the cream cheese mixture over the surface, reaching the edges.
03 - Arrange sliced turkey evenly over the cream cheese layer on the tortilla.
04 - Sprinkle one quarter of the chopped cranberries over the turkey, then layer with baby spinach leaves.
05 - Roll the tortilla tightly from one edge to form a log.
06 - Repeat spreading, filling, and rolling with the remaining tortillas and ingredients.
07 - Wrap each roll tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
08 - Unwrap and cut each roll into 3/4-inch thick pinwheels; discard or snack on the ends for presentation.
09 - Arrange pinwheels on a platter and serve chilled.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Festive and easy to prepare
  • Combines tender turkey with tangy cream cheese and sweet cranberries
02 -
  • For extra flavor, try adding a thin layer of wholegrain mustard or a sprinkle of crumbled feta cheese
  • Substitute spinach with arugula for a peppery bite or use whole wheat tortillas for added fiber
03 -
  • Wrap the rolled tortillas tightly to maintain shape when slicing
  • Chilling before slicing helps to get neat pinwheels
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