Pepper Jelly & Cream Cheese Pinwheels Recipe
These Pepper Jelly & Cream Cheese Pinwheels are a vibrant and easy appetizer perfect for parties and gatherings. Featuring a creamy and tangy pepper jelly cream cheese spread rolled inside soft flour tortillas, accented with fresh herbs and colorful bell peppers, these pinwheels offer a burst of flavor and attractive presentation with minimal effort.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 16 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Spread
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup pepper jelly
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Fillings
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh herbs (such as parsley or cilantro)
- 1/2 cup sliced bell peppers (red, yellow, or green)
Assembly
- 4 large flour tortillas
Instructions
- Prepare the spread: In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, pepper jelly, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Spread on tortillas: Lay one flour tortilla flat on a clean surface. Spread an even layer of the cream cheese mixture over the tortilla, leaving a ½-inch border around the edges to prevent spillage when rolling.
- Add fillings: Sprinkle the chopped fresh herbs and sliced bell peppers evenly over the cream cheese spread to distribute flavors and colors uniformly.
- Roll the tortillas: Starting from one edge, roll the tortilla tightly into a log shape to hold the filling securely inside. Repeat this process for the remaining tortillas and filling.
- Chill the rolls: Wrap each rolled tortilla tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. This chilling step firms up the rolls, making them easier to slice into neat pinwheels.
- Slice and serve: After chilling, unwrap the rolls and slice them into 1-inch wide pinwheels. Arrange them attractively on a platter and serve chilled or at room temperature as a delightful appetizer.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, use a hot pepper jelly variety.
- Substitute cream cheese with a dairy-free alternative to make it vegan-friendly.
- Use whole wheat or gluten-free tortillas to accommodate dietary preferences.
- Prepare the pinwheels a day ahead for stress-free entertaining; just keep them wrapped and refrigerated.
- Serve with assorted crackers or veggie sticks for added texture and variety.
