Best 4 Fiesta Pinwheels Recipes

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Calling all party-lovers and foodies! Get ready to tantalize your taste buds and impress your guests with our Fiesta Pinwheels, a vibrant and flavorful appetizer that will be the star of any gathering. These delightful pinwheels are a symphony of colors and textures, featuring a combination of fresh ingredients, zesty seasonings, and a creamy, tangy filling. With three unique and equally delicious variations – Veggie Delight, Ham & Cheese Fiesta, and Spicy Black Bean – these pinwheels cater to diverse palates and dietary preferences. Whether you're hosting a fiesta, game day party, or simply craving a delectable snack, our Fiesta Pinwheels are the perfect choice. So, gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and let's embark on a culinary journey that will leave you and your guests craving more!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

FIESTA PINWHEELS



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Whenever I serve this make-ahead, easy pinwheel recipe, they disappear fast. When a friend at the office shared them with me, I knew in one bite I'd be taking her Mexican pinwheels home for the holidays. -Diane Martin, Brown Deer, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 15m

Yield about 5 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup picante sauce
2 tablespoons taco seasoning
Dash garlic powder
1 can (4-1/2 ounces) chopped ripe olives, drained
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles
1 cup finely shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions
8 flour tortillas (10 inches)
Salsa

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, beat cream cheese, sour cream, picante sauce, taco seasoning and garlic powder until smooth. Stir in olives, chiles, cheese and onions. Spread about 1/2 cup on each tortilla. , Roll up jelly-roll style; wrap. Refrigerate for 2 hours or overnight. Slice into 1-in. pieces. Serve with salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 59 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 154mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

FIESTA PINWHEELS



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This is a festive appetizer with cream cheese, sour cream, and picante sauce wrapped in flour tortillas. Serve with salsa.

Provided by ACPHIFER

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Wraps and Rolls

Time 2h20m

Yield 30

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
½ cup sour cream
¼ cup picante sauce
2 tablespoons taco seasoning mix
1 pinch garlic powder
1 (4.5 ounce) can chopped black olives, drained
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies
1 cup finely shredded Cheddar cheese
8 flour tortillas

Steps:

  • Beat cream cheese, sour cream, picante sauce, taco seasoning, and garlic powder together in a small bowl until smooth. Stir olives, chilies, and Cheddar cheese into the cream cheese mixture.
  • Spread about 1/2 cup of cream cheese mixture onto each tortilla. Roll each tortilla like a jelly roll; wrap in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 2 hours to overnight. Cut into 1-inch slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 100.3 calories, Carbohydrate 8.7 g, Cholesterol 13.9 mg, Fat 6 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 252.4 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

FIESTA PINWHEELS



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A great appetizer that can be made a few days ahead. They also freeze well.

Provided by Laura Yoder

Categories     Vegetable Appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 - 8 oz. cream cheese, room temperature
1 pkg hidden valley fiesta ranch dip mix
3 green onions - chopped fine
1/2 red bell pepper - chopped fine
3 Tbsp black olives - chopped fine
5 tortillas - large 10" or 10 small

Steps:

  • 1. Mix ingredients well (except tortillas).Spread on tortillas. Roll each tortilla up tightly. Wrap in waxed paper and refridgerate until firm. Remove from refridgerator and unwrap. Trim off both ends. Slice each tortillas into pinwheels. Serve with salsa.

FIESTA PINWHEELS



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Categories     Cheese

Yield 30 pinwheels

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 oz. cream cheese, softened
1 tsp chili powder
2 tbsp minced onion
1 tbsp chopped cilantro
4 oz can of chopped chilies, drained
4 oz. of sliced, black olives
5 10 inch flour or wheat tortillas

Steps:

  • Stir together cream cheese and chili powder until smooth. Stir in onion, cilantro, chilies, olives and salt and pepper to taste. Stir until well blended. Spread 1/3 cup of mixture onto each tortilla. Roll up tightly, jelly roll fashion. Put tortillas, seam side down in individual Saran Wrap packages. Chill for 2 - 4 hours. Trim ends and cut into 1 1/4 inch pieces. Serve at room temperature with salsa.

Tips:

  • For a creamier filling, use softened cream cheese instead of Neufchatel cheese.
  • To make the pinwheels easier to cut, chill them for at least 30 minutes before slicing.
  • If you don't have a rolling pin, you can use a wine bottle or a glass to roll out the dough.
  • To make the pinwheels more festive, use different colors of tortillas.
  • You can also add other fillings to the pinwheels, such as cooked chicken, ham, or vegetables.

Conclusion:

Fiesta pinwheels are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any party or gathering. They are also a great way to use up leftover tortillas. With a variety of fillings to choose from, fiesta pinwheels are sure to please everyone. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy appetizer, give fiesta pinwheels a try!

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