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Taco Cream Cheese Pinwheels

Taco Cream Cheese Pinwheels: A Flavorful Snack Sensation

Discover the unforgettable Taco Cream Cheese Pinwheels, a vibrant and easy vegetarian snack perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 pinwheels
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Pinwheels
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese softened at room temperature
  • 2 tablespoons Taco Seasoning store-bought or homemade
  • 1 cup Chopped Vegetables bell peppers, onions, or cucumbers
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheese cheddar or a Mexican cheese blend
  • 6 pieces Tortilla flour or corn tortillas
  • 1 cup Fresh Cilantro omit if not preferred

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • cutting board
  • Sharp Knife
  • plastic wrap

Method
 

Step-By-Step Instructions
  1. Soften the cream cheese at room temperature until smooth and creamy. Stir in taco seasoning until well combined.
  2. Fold in chopped vegetables and shredded cheese into the cream cheese mixture, combining until evenly distributed.
  3. Spread the mixture evenly over a tortilla, leaving a half-inch border around the edges.
  4. Roll the tortilla tightly into a log shape, ensuring the filling stays evenly distributed.
  5. Wrap the rolled tortillas tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  6. After chilling, unwrap and slice the tortillas into bite-sized pieces. Arrange on a platter and serve chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pinwheelCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 5gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Best served with salsa or guacamole on the side. Can be made ahead of time for easy entertaining.

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