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Delicious easy cheesy taco pinwheels served on a platter as a party appetizer.

Easy Cheesy Taco Pinwheels

A delightful twist on traditional tacos, these Easy Cheesy Taco Pinwheels are perfect for parties, combining seasoned cream cheese, zesty salsa, and crunchy veggies wrapped in a soft tortilla.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Appetizer, Party Food
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the filling
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened Try flavored varieties for an extra kick
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Or a Mexican blend
  • 1 cup cooked taco meat Beef, turkey, or lentils for a veggie twist
  • ½ cup salsa Choose your heat level
  • ½ cup diced bell peppers Red, green, or a colorful mix
  • ¼ cup sliced green onions For a bit of brightness
  • to taste Salt and pepper
For the wraps
  • 4 large flour tortillas Whole wheat or spinach can work!

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Ensure your cream cheese is soft; leave it out for about 30 minutes or microwave it for a few seconds.
  2. In a mixing bowl, blend the cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
  3. Stir in your salsa, taco meat, shredded cheese, bell peppers, and green onions. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
Assembly
  1. Lay out your tortillas flat on a clean surface.
  2. Spread a generous dollop of the creamy mixture evenly over each tortilla, leaving space at the edges.
  3. Roll each tortilla tightly from one end to the other, creating a snug pinwheel log.
Chilling
  1. Wrap each rolled tortilla in plastic wrap and let them chill in the fridge for about 30 minutes.
Serving
  1. Unwrap the chilled pinwheels and slice them into 1-inch sections with a sharp knife.
  2. Serve them with a side of guacamole or extra salsa for dipping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 6gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 210mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1g

Notes

These pinwheels can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge. They last best within 2-3 days. Consider adding jalapeños for heat or using a vegan cream cheese alternative for a vegan version.

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