Description
These festive Christmas Cranberry Pinwheels are a delightful appetizer featuring a tangy blend of cream cheese, feta, sweetened dried cranberries, and fresh green onions spread over soft flour tortillas. Rolled and sliced, they make perfect bite-sized treats for holiday gatherings, combining creamy, sweet, and savory flavors in every bite.
Ingredients
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Pinwheel Filling
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 3/4 cup sweetened dried cranberries (softened in warm water for 5 minutes, drained)
- 3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 package (8 oz) Philadelphia cream cheese, softened
- 2 large flour tortillas (10-inch size)
Instructions
- Prepare Cranberries: Soak the sweetened dried cranberries in warm water for 5 minutes to soften them, then drain thoroughly.
- Mix Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, crumbled feta cheese, chopped green onions, and the softened cranberries. Stir well until the mixture is evenly blended.
- Spread the Mixture: Lay a flour tortilla flat on a clean surface. Evenly spread half of the cream cheese mixture over the tortilla, ensuring it covers the entire surface.
- Roll the Tortilla: Roll the tortilla tightly from one edge to the other, forming a compact log to maintain the filling inside.
- Slice Pinwheels: Using a sharp knife, slice the rolled tortilla into 1-inch pinwheel pieces. Repeat steps 3 and 4 with the second tortilla and remaining filling.
- Serve: Arrange the cranberry pinwheels on a serving platter. Chill in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes if desired to help them hold their shape and serve cold or at room temperature.
Notes
- Use softened cream cheese for an easier mix and smoother spread.
- Soaking cranberries softens them and prevents dryness in the filling.
- For variation, substitute feta with goat cheese for a different tang.
- These pinwheels can be made a few hours ahead and refrigerated.
- Ensure tortillas are fresh and pliable to avoid cracking when rolling.
Keywords: Christmas appetizer, cranberry pinwheels, holiday snacks, vegetarian appetizers, cream cheese pinwheels