Turkey pinwheels are an easy appetizer that everyone loves. Creamy ranch filling mixed with cheese, bacon, and veggies, wrapped up with turkey in soft tortillas, is a guaranteed hit at any party. These little bites will fly off the platter!
Serve these easy rolls with your favorite party snacks. Try them with blackberry brie bites, dill pickle deviled eggs, or air fryer jalapeño poppers.
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Pinwheels have been one of my go-to recipes over the years because they are easy to make and always taste delicious.
When we threw a surprise 50th birthday party for my husband, everyone brought appetizers for a snack supper. These turkey pinwheels were my contribution, and they disappeared so fast that I wish I made a double batch.
I used my turkey club pinwheels as the starting point for this recipe. But I changed a few things to make them a little different and extra delicious. They are creamy, savory, and perfect for parties, potlucks, game days, or even school lunches.
Why You'll Love This Turkey Pinwheel Recipe
- Can be made ahead of time. You can prep them for hours or even a day in advance, making hosting much easier.
- Perfect for parties and holidays. One batch makes plenty of bite-sized spirals, so they're ideal for when you have lots of guests.
- Easy to change. Swap in your favorite ingredients or use what you already have on hand.
- Kid and adult approved. The creamy ranch filling and deli turkey make these a hit with all ages.
Main Ingredients
Let's talk about the ingredients you'll need to make these turkey cheese pinwheels. Scroll to the recipe card for the printable recipe with the full details and amounts.
- Flour Tortillas: This recipe calls for 8-inch flour tortillas. I used the regular and spinach Keto Wellness wraps. Any regular, high fiber, or low carb tortilla will work.
- Cream Cheese: Full-fat cream cheese gives you the creamiest texture and best flavor for the filling.
- Ranch Seasoning: It's the secret to that classic ranch taste everyone loves.
- Roasted Red Peppers: These add a pop of color and a slightly sweet, smoky taste that balances the creamy filling.
- Bacon: Cook the bacon ahead of time, let it cool, then crumble it into small pieces. This makes it easy to mix into the filling and adds flavor.
- Cheddar Cheese: Use your favorite brand of shredded cheese. Both pre-shredded and freshly grated work well.
- Fresh Spinach: Finely chop baby spinach leaves so they spread evenly through the filling and roll up easily in the tortilla.
- Thinly Sliced Turkey: Use your favorite brand of plain deli turkey. Seasoned or crusted meat can overpower the creamy cheese filling.
Variations
These turkey roll ups are easy to customize. So feel free to swap ingredients based on what you have on hand or what you love.
- Swap the turkey breast for ham, roast beef, or deli chicken.
- Use spinach or sun-dried tomato tortillas for extra color.
- Add sliced olives, green onions, or chopped bell peppers.
- Try a garlic herb seasoning instead of ranch for a different flavor.
How To Make Turkey Pinwheels
This turkey pinwheel recipe is very easy to make. It is a great choice for an afterschool snack or a gameday treat. You'll have them ready in no time!
- In a bowl, mix the softened cream cheese with the ranch and garlic powder until smooth. Stir in the diced peppers, crumbled bacon, and shredded cheese.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over each tortilla, then sprinkle with chopped spinach.
- Layer deli turkey slices over the filling, then roll up each one tightly.
- Wrap each roll in plastic wrap, then refrigerate for at least 60 minutes. Use a sharp knife to slice each one before serving.
BruCrew Tips
- Use room temperature cream cheese. The softened cheese spreads more easily onto the tortillas.
- Dice toppings into bite-sized pieces. The tiny bits will make the tortillas easier to roll, slice, and eat.
- Drain the veggies well. Removing the excess moisture will keep the tortillas from getting soggy. I like to pat the chopped vegetables with paper towels before stirring them into the cheese mixture.
- Have fun with the toppings. There is no limit to what you can add to these rolls. Remember to use precooked meats. Also, don't overfill the wrap, or it will be harder to roll.
- Wrap the rolls tightly. The tighter you wrap them, the better they will hold together when you slice them.
- Chill before serving. The tortilla rolls stay together and slice better when cold, resulting in clean, even pinwheels.
Storing and Freezing
Make Ahead: You can prepare the rolls up to 24 hours in advance. Keep them tightly wrapped in plastic wrap and refrigerate.
Refrigerator: Once sliced, any leftover pieces can be stored in an airtight container for 3 days. The tortillas will absorb more moisture the longer they sit.
Freezer: I don't recommend freezing the pinwheels as the cream cheese and spinach may change texture. Instead, prepare the filling a few days in advance and store it in the fridge. Then, fill and roll the tortillas the night before your party.
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Recipe
Turkey Pinwheels
Turkey pinwheels are an easy appetizer that everyone loves. Creamy ranch filling mixed with cheese, bacon, and veggies, all wrapped up with turkey in soft tortillas, is a guaranteed hit at any party. These little bites will fly off the platter!
Ingredients
- 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
- 3 tablespoons dry Ranch seasoning
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- ½ cup diced roasted red pepper, patted dry
- ½ cup cooked crumbled bacon
- ⅔ cup shredded cheese (Colby Jack or Cheddar)
- ¾ cup loosely chopped baby spinach
- 20 slices thinly sliced deli turkey
- 8 (8-inch) tortilla shells
Instructions
- Mix the cream cheese, Ranch powder, and garlic until smooth and creamy. Add the red pepper, bacon, and shredded cheese and stir until combined.
- Spread the mixture evenly on the tops of the tortillas. Top with the chopped spinach, then cover with sliced turkey.
- Roll each one up tightly and wrap in plastic wrap. Refrigerate at least 1 hour, but 4-6 is best. Remove the plastic and cut each one into 6 slices.
Notes
- Use room temperature cream cheese. The softened cheese spreads more easily onto the tortillas.
- Dice toppings into bite-sized pieces. The tiny bits will make the tortillas easier to roll, slice, and eat.
- Drain the veggies well. Removing the excess moisture will keep the tortillas from getting soggy. I like to pat the chopped vegetables with paper towels before stirring them into the cheese mixture.
- Have fun with the toppings. There is no limit to what you can add to these rolls. Remember to use precooked meats. Also, don't overfill the wrap, or it will be harder to roll.
- Wrap the rolls tightly. The tighter you wrap them, the better they will hold together when you slice them.
- Chill before serving. The tortilla rolls stay together and slice better when cold, resulting in clean, even pinwheels.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 48 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 63Total Fat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gUnsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 11mgSodium: 140mgCarbohydrates: 3gFiber: 1gSugar: 0gProtein: 3g
Nutrition facts are an estimate and are not guaranteed to be accurate. If you need special diet advice, please see a registered dietician.
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