Description
Festive Christmas Cranberry Roll Ups are colorful, bite-sized tortilla pinwheels filled with a creamy mixture of dried cranberries, green onions, and cream cheese. These make-ahead appetizers are perfect for holiday gatherings, offering a sweet-tangy flavor with a festive red and green touch.
Ingredients
- 4 large flour tortillas (10-inch size)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries, chopped
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup finely chopped pecans (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon honey or cranberry sauce (optional, for sweetness)
Instructions
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, chopped cranberries, shredded cheese, green onions, pecans (if using), garlic powder, salt, pepper, and honey or cranberry sauce. Mix until fully combined and creamy.
- Lay a tortilla flat and spread a generous layer of the cream cheese mixture evenly across the surface, leaving a small border at the edges.
- Roll the tortilla tightly into a log, making sure the filling stays even inside.
- Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling.
- Wrap each rolled tortilla in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (this helps them firm up for easier slicing).
- When ready to serve, unwrap and slice each roll into 1-inch pinwheels.
- Arrange on a platter and garnish with extra cranberries or herbs for a festive touch.
Notes
- For extra holiday flair, use spinach and tomato tortillas for green and red color contrast.
- Can be made up to 24 hours ahead and stored in the fridge until ready to serve.
- Try adding turkey slices or ham for a savory protein twist.
- Best served chilled or at room temperature as a party appetizer.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American