Description
These Taco Pinwheels with Cream Cheese Recipe are the ultimate party appetizer! Soft tortillas are filled with seasoned taco meat, creamy cheese, and flavorful ingredients, then sliced into delicious bite-sized pinwheels.
Ingredients
For the Taco Filling
8 ounces cream cheese, softened – Creates a rich, creamy base that holds the filling together.
1 cup sour cream – Adds smoothness and a slight tang.
1 packet taco seasoning (about 1 ounce) – Brings classic Tex-Mex flavor.
1½ cups cooked ground beef or ground turkey – Adds hearty, savory protein.
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese – Provides cheesy goodness.
½ cup Monterey Jack cheese – Melts beautifully and adds creamy flavor.
½ cup diced tomatoes (seeds removed) – Adds freshness without making the filling watery.
¼ cup finely diced green onions – Gives mild onion flavor.
¼ cup diced green bell pepper – Adds crunch and color.
¼ cup chopped black olives (optional) – Adds a salty, savory touch.
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional) – Brightens the filling with fresh flavor.
For Rolling
4 large flour tortillas (10-inch) – Soft tortillas roll easily without cracking.
Shredded lettuce (optional for serving) – Adds freshness.
Salsa, sour cream, and guacamole – Perfect dipping sauces.
Instructions
- Cook the ground beef or turkey with taco seasoning and let it cool.
- Beat the cream cheese, sour cream, and remaining taco seasoning until smooth.
- Fold in the taco meat, shredded cheeses, tomatoes, green onions, bell pepper, olives, and cilantro.
- Spread the filling evenly over each flour tortilla.
- Roll each tortilla tightly into a log.
- Wrap the rolls in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Remove the plastic wrap and trim the ends.
- Slice each roll into 1-inch pinwheels.
- Arrange on a serving platter.
- Garnish with cilantro or green onions.
- Serve chilled with salsa, sour cream, guacamole, or queso dip.
Notes
- Chill the tortilla rolls before slicing for clean, neat pinwheels.
- Use softened cream cheese for a smooth and creamy filling.
- Serve with salsa, guacamole, or sour cream for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pinwheels per serving
- Calories: 280 calories
