Turkey and Cheese Pinwheels
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Turkey and cheese pinwheels are a fun way to serve up a tasty snack or quick lunch without spending a lot of time in the kitchen. These tortilla roll ups use simple ingredients and come together fast, making them a great option for meal prep, party platters, or school lunches.
As a productivity manager, I love finding little ways to make life easier, and quick, easy recipes like roll ups and pinwheels are some of my favorite shortcuts
Like my Turkey Cranberry Pinwheels, my Turkey Roll ups and my Turkey Spinach Wraps, these are simple to prepare and delicious!
Why you’ll love this recipe
- Easy to make with simple ingredients you probably already have on hand
- Delicious pinwheels that work well for picky eaters and adults alike
- A great way to use deli turkey or your favorite deli meats
- Perfect for meal prep or quick snacks during busy days
- Easy to pack in an airtight container for school lunches or work
- Great party appetizer for your next party or casual gathering
- You can customize them with extra veggies or different types of cheese
Ingredients for turkey and cheese pinwheels
- Flour tortillas
- Cream cheese – softened
- Mayonnaise
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Cooked bacon – crumbled
- Deli turkey
- Provolone cheese
- Tomato – thinly sliced
- Fresh romaine lettuce leaves
How to make turkey and cheese pinwheels
Step 1 – In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, salt, and pepper
Step 2 – Mix until smooth and creamy.
Step 3 – Sprinkle a third of the crumbled bacon on top.
Step 4 – Arrange 2 slices of deli turkey and 2 slices of provolone cheese down the center. Add a few slices of tomato and a layer of romaine lettuce.
Step 5 – Starting from one side, roll the tortilla up tightly.
Repeat with the remaining tortillas.Place the rolled tortillas in the refrigerator for 10 minutes to firm up.
Step 6 – Remove from the refrigerator and slice each roll into 5 to 6 pinwheels. Serve immediately, or chill until ready to enjoy.
Tips for the best results
- Let the cream cheese come to room temperature for a smooth, creamy spread.
- Use burrito-size flour tortillas or whole wheat tortillas so that everything fits.
- Chill the rolled tortillas in the freezer for about 10 minutes before slicing to get clean, bite-sized pieces.
- Use a sharp knife on a large cutting board to get neat cuts without squishing the pinwheels.
- Wrap the finished tortilla roll ups in plastic wrap and store in an airtight container to keep them fresh.
- Keep the tomato slices thin, so the pinwheels hold together well without adding too much moisture.
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Substitutions and variations
- Swap provolone for cheddar cheese or use different types of cheese to match your taste preferences.
- Use turkey breast, deli chicken, or roast beef slices instead of deli turkey.
- Try adding thin bell peppers or extra veggies for more crunch and color.
- For a different flavor, add a bit of pesto to the creamy spread.
- If you like more cheese, make cheese pinwheels or cheese roll ups without meat.
FAQs about this recipe
Yes. Store turkey pinwheel sandwiches in an airtight container or wrap them tightly in plastic wrap. They stay fresh for a couple of days, which makes them a great option for meal prep turkey roll ups.
Provolone, cheddar cheese, or any type of cheese you enjoy works well. Mixing cheeses can also be fun.
Definitely. Turkey slices are classic, but roast beef, or deli chicken are great options too.
Slice the tomato thinly and avoid adding a lot of moisture near the edge of the tortilla.
Yes. You can easily adjust fillings to match what they like. These tasty turkey pinwheels are a fun way to get kids to try new flavors.
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Turkey and Cheese Pinwheels
Equipment
- medium bowl
- cutting board
- Serrated knife
Ingredients
- 3 large flour tortillas
- 4 oz cream cheese – softened
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 4 slices cooked bacon – crumbled
- 6 slices deli turkey
- 9 slices provolone cheese
- 1 large tomato – thinly sliced
- 3 to 4 fresh romaine lettuce leaves
Instructions
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Lay a tortilla flat on a clean surface or cutting board. Evenly spread a couple tablespoons of the cream cheese mixture over the tortilla.
- Sprinkle a third of the crumbled bacon on top. Arrange 2 slices of deli turkey and 2 slices of provolone cheese down the center. Add a few slices of tomato and a layer of romaine lettuce.
- Starting from one side, roll the tortilla up tightly.
- Repeat with the remaining tortillas.
- Place the rolled tortillas in the freezer for 10 minutes to firm up – this makes slicing cleaner and easier.
- Remove from the freezer and slice each roll into 5 to 6 pinwheels. Serve immediately or chill until ready to enjoy
Notes
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Made these for game day and they were great!