Simplified Turkey Cranberry Pinwheels (Printable version)

Tender turkey, cream cheese, and cranberries wrapped in soft tortillas for an easy festive dish.

# What you need:

→ Filling

01 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
02 - 2 tbsp mayonnaise
03 - 1 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped (optional)
04 - 1/4 tsp black pepper

→ Main

05 - 4 large flour tortillas, 10-inch diameter
06 - 7 oz sliced cooked turkey breast
07 - 1/2 cup dried cranberries, roughly chopped
08 - 2 cups baby spinach leaves, washed and dried

# How to Make It:

01 - In a bowl, combine softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, chopped chives, and black pepper until smooth.
02 - Lay one tortilla flat and evenly spread approximately one quarter of the cream cheese mixture over the entire surface.
03 - Arrange sliced turkey breast evenly over the cream cheese layer.
04 - Sprinkle one quarter of the chopped dried cranberries over the turkey, then add a layer of baby spinach leaves.
05 - Roll the tortilla tightly from one edge to form a firm log.
06 - Repeat the spreading, layering, and rolling steps with the remaining tortillas and fillings.
07 - Wrap each roll tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up, if desired.
08 - Unwrap rolls and slice into 3/4-inch thick pinwheels; discard or consume the ends for neatness.
09 - Arrange pinwheels on a platter and serve chilled.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Festive and easy to prepare
  • Tender turkey combined with tangy cream cheese and sweet cranberries
02 -
  • Can be prepared up to 24 hours in advance and kept refrigerated
  • Substitute spinach with arugula for a peppery bite or use whole wheat tortillas for added fiber
03 -
  • Add a thin layer of wholegrain mustard or a sprinkle of crumbled feta cheese for extra flavor
  • Wrap tightly and refrigerate to ensure clean slices when cutting
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