Description
A quick, mess-free, and customizable 3-ingredient snack box featuring turkey and cream cheese rolled in tortillas. Perfect for busy mornings and school lunches.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6–8 small (6-inch) flour tortillas
- 6 ounces deli-style turkey slices (oven-roasted breast)
- 4 ounces soft cream cheese (softened)
- Optional: 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Optional: 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- Optional: 1/2 cup cucumber ribbons
- Optional: 1 teaspoon dried dill or chives
- Optional: Freshly cracked black pepper
Instructions
- Prep workspace: Lay out plastic wrap sheets (about 12 inches long) on a clean counter.
- Soften cream cheese: Let cream cheese sit at room temperature for 15 minutes until spreadable.
- Spread cream cheese: Lay a tortilla flat on plastic wrap. Spread a thin, even layer of cream cheese over the surface, leaving a half-inch border.
- Layer turkey: Place turkey slices over the cream cheese, overlapping slightly for full coverage. Add optional cheese or veggies if desired.
- Roll it up: Using the plastic wrap, roll the tortilla tightly away from you into a log. Twist the ends of the plastic wrap to secure the shape.
- Chill: Refrigerate the rolled pinwheels for at least 1 hour (overnight is best) to firm up the cream cheese.
- Slice and pack: Remove plastic wrap. Use a sharp serrated knife to slice the log into 1-inch pieces. Pack in an airtight container.
Notes
Do not skip the chilling step; the cream cheese must be firm to prevent unraveling when slicing. Use a serrated knife for clean cuts. These do not freeze well as the tortilla becomes soggy. Store in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pinwheel (approx.
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 180
- Fat: 4
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Carbohydrates: 8
- Protein: 5
Keywords: back-to-school snacks, turkey pinwheels, lunchbox ideas, quick snacks, 3-ingredient recipes, kid-friendly snacks, meal prep