Delicious, fun, and always tempting - pinwheel sandwiches are a delicious and fun lunch idea for your next gathering. Whether they're for the big Game Day gathering or an intimate lunch, pinwheel sandwiches are always a crowd pleaser – and best of all? They couldn’t be easier to whip up.
For more game day appetizers and entree's, see our Pinwheel Sandwiches, Honey Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings, Bonchon Soy Garlic Chicken Wings, Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Wings , and Cream Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms.
Why You Will Love This Recipe
If you're looking for an amazing party dish or something quick and tasty for lunch, pinwheel sandwiches are the perfect solution! Not only do these creative rolls look impressive, but they also pack in an array of flavors that will tempt anyone.
Best of all, they're easy to make, colorful, tasty and look fantastic.
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Ingredients
These pinwheel sandwiches are completely customizable; fill them with whatever ingredients suit your palate, whether it be cheese and vegetables or meat-based fillings.
- Cream Cheese - Softened to room temperature.
- Cheddar Cheese - shredded.
- Bacon - Chopped fresh fried bacon, or Hormel REAL Bacon Bits.
- Ranch Dressing
- Green Onions - Finely chopped.
- Flour Tortillas - Get the Burrito size.
Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
How to Make Pinwheel Sandwiches
What could possibly make sandwich-making more fun than creating colorful swirls and patterns on the plate? Read on for the details about why these wraps are simply irresistible.
Mix The Ranch Cream Cheese Spread
- Stir together the cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, bacon bits, ranch dressing, and chopped green onions until well blended.
Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
Spread on Flour Tortillas
- Line up two flour tortillas so that they overlap by 1 to 2". Spread the cream cheese mixture in an even layer over the two tortillas.
Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
Roll Up Tight
- Starting at one end, roll up into a log, keeping the wrap tight so that log holds together by the pressed cream cheese inside.
- Wrap in plastic wrap and chill for 1 hour in the refrigerator.
Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
Slice Into Pinwheels
- When ready to serve, remove the plastic wrap and cut off both uneven end pieces.
- Cut each tortilla log into 10 pinwheel slices. Place on a platter and keep chilled until ready to serve.
Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
Serving Suggestions
If you're looking for an amazing party dish or something quick and tasty for lunch, pinwheel sandwiches are the perfect solution! These will be a major score on game days, or as easy appetizers to any event you are hosting or contributing too.
You can find more scrumptious appetizers with our Savory Puff Pastry Tarts, Korean Chicken Skewers, and Cherry Tomato Bruschetta.
Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
Substitutions
If you are on a plant based eating plan, use a good non dairy 'cream cheese', or use hummus. You can also substitute the Ranch salad dressing for 1 teaspoon of dry Hidden Valley dip mix for the cream cheese in this pinwheel sandwich recipe.
Variations
The ideas for these pinwheel cream cheese sandwiches are endless, from simple peanut butter and jelly roll ups for your children, to complex Chipotle chicken pin wheels. See our ideas below for making other variations.
- PBJ Pinwheels - Your little team members will just love these peanut butter and jelly pinwheels. Simply spread with peanut butter and then a light smear of their favorite jelly. They will think you a snack goddess!
- Chipotle Chicken Pinwheel cream cheese sandwiches - Add ⅛ teaspoon of powdered Chipotle seasoning to the cream cheese mixture, and use pepper jack cheese instead of the cheddar. After spreading the cream cheese mixture, spread some thing smoked chicken deli meat on top before rolling up and slicing.
Equipment
Equipment can have a big impact on how a recipe turns out. Below are some of my favorite pieces of equipment that I use when making this pinwheel sandwich recipe.
Storage
Cover any left over pinwheel sandwiches and store in the refrigerator. Tuck them in baggies for work or school lunches.
Tips for Success
- Be sure to roll up tightly so that the pinwheels stay together easily after slicing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can make this pinwheel sandwich recipe the day before and refrigerate until ready to slice and serve.
Allow 4 to 6 cut sandwich pieces per person.
You can add spinach leaves, thin deli sliced meats, and even thin deli sliced cheeses.
Food Safety
- Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat
- Wash hands after touching raw meat
- Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
- Never leave cooking food unattended
- Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
- Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove
See more guidelines at USDA.gov.
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Pinwheel Sandwiches
Equipment
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese softened to room temperature
- 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
- 1 cup Bacon crumbles or use Hormel REAL Bacon bits
- ¼ cup Ranch Salad dressing
- 2 green onions finely chopped
- 4 large flour tortillas 12" Burrito size
Instructions
- Stir together the cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, bacon bits, ranch dressing, and chopped green onions until well blended.8 oz cream cheese, 1 cup cheddar cheese, 1 cup Bacon crumbles, ¼ cup Ranch Salad dressing, 2 green onions
- Line up two flour tortillas so that they overlap by 1 to 2". Spread the cream cheese mixture in an even layer over the two tortillas.4 large flour tortillas
- Starting at one end, roll up into a long log, keeping the wrap tight so that log holds together by the pressed cream cheese inside.
- Wrap in plastic wrap and chill for 1 hour in the refrigerator.
- When ready to serve, remove the plastic wrap and cut off both uneven end pieces.
- Cut each tortilla log into 10 pinwheel slices. Place on a platter and keep chilled until ready to serve.
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Pinwheel Sanwiches
Delicious, fun, and always tempting - pinwheel sandwiches are a delicious and fun lunch idea for your next gathering. Whether they're for the big Game Day gathering or an intimate lunch, pinwheel sand...Notes
- Be sure to roll up tightly so that the pinwheels stay together easily after slicing.
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