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Red White and Blue Pinwheels
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Red White and Blue Pinwheels

These festive Red White and Blue Pinwheels are the ultimate easy patriotic appetizer for summer parties, Memorial Day, and the 4th of July. Made with simple ingredients and colorful layers, they are perfect for potlucks, picnics, BBQs, and holiday snack tables. Easy to make ahead and always a crowd favorite!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time1 minute
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Servings: 16
Calories: 50kcal

Ingredients

  • 3 large flour tortillas burrito-sized
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/8 tsp just a tiny pinch salt
  • 2 tbsp confectioners’ sugar
  • ¼ cup crushed graham crackers
  • ¾ cup fresh strawberries
  • ¾ cup fresh blueberries

Instructions

  • Dice the strawberries and slice the blueberries in half. Pat both dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
  • In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth using a hand mixer or stand mixer. Add the vanilla, salt, and confectioners’ sugar, and mix until fully combined and creamy.
  • Lay one tortilla flat and spread about ⅓ of the cream cheese mixture evenly over the surface.
  • Add rows of strawberries, blueberries, and graham cracker crumbs across the tortilla.
  • Starting from one edge, roll the tortilla tightly into a log. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling.
  • Place the rolled tortillas in the freezer for 15 minutes to firm up for easier slicing.
  • Using a sharp knife, cut into ½ to ¾-inch pinwheels, wiping the knife clean between cuts for neat slices.
  • Plate and dust lightly with powdered sugar if desired. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Patting the fruit dry helps prevent the pinwheels from getting soggy.
For best texture, enjoy within the first 24 hours before the tortillas soften too much.

Nutrition

Calories: 50kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 14mg | Sodium: 45mg | Potassium: 19mg | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 190IU | Calcium: 14mg | Iron: 0.02mg