Pinwheel Sandwiches

Pinwheel Sandwiches are the ultimate party or lunchbox food — fun, versatile, and super easy to make ahead! They’re rolled up with meats, cheeses, spreads, and veggies, then sliced into bite-sized rounds that are as pretty as they are tasty.

🥪 Classic Pinwheel Sandwiches (Party-Style)

🕒 Time: 15–20 minutes
🍽 Yields: ~24–30 pinwheels (from 4 tortillas)
🧊 Make-ahead friendly

🧾 Basic Ingredients:

• 4 large flour tortillas (10-inch)

• 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened

• 2 tbsp mayonnaise or ranch dressing (optional for creaminess)

• 1 tsp garlic powder or Italian seasoning (optional)

• 4–6 slices of deli meat per tortilla (turkey, ham, roast beef, etc.)

• 4–6 slices of cheese (cheddar, Swiss, provolone, etc.)

• Leafy greens (spinach, romaine, or lettuce)

• Optional add-ins: sliced cucumber, roasted red peppers, thin tomato slices, shredded carrots

🥄 Optional Flavor Combos:

Here are a few favorites:

1. Turkey Ranch

• Cream cheese + ranch seasoning

• Sliced turkey, cheddar, spinach

2. Ham & Swiss

• Cream cheese + Dijon mustard

• Ham, Swiss cheese, romaine

3. Veggie Lover’s

• Cream cheese + hummus

• Cucumbers, bell peppers, shredded carrots, spinach

4. Italian Deli

• Cream cheese + Italian seasoning

• Salami, pepperoni, provolone, banana peppers, arugula

👨‍🍳 Instructions:

1. Mix the spread:

• In a bowl, mix cream cheese with mayo (if using) and any herbs or seasoning you like.

2. Assemble the wraps:

• Lay a tortilla flat. Spread a thin, even layer of the cream cheese mixture all the way to the edges.

• Layer meat, cheese, and greens or veggies.

• Keep layers flat to make rolling easier.

3. Roll it tight:

• Roll up the tortilla tightly from one end to the other.

• Wrap the roll in plastic wrap and chill for at least 30 minutes (this helps it firm up for slicing).

4. Slice into pinwheels:

• Use a sharp serrated knife to slice off the ends, then cut the roll into 1-inch pieces (about 5–6 per tortilla).

• Arrange on a platter or pack into lunchboxes.

🧊 Storage Tips:

• Can be made up to 24 hours ahead.

• Store wrapped or in an airtight container in the fridge.

• Best served cold.

🌀 Variations:

• Make with lavash bread, spinach wraps, or whole wheat tortillas.

• Try flavored cream cheese (like chive & onion or veggie).

• Add a layer of pesto, sriracha mayo, or honey mustard for a twist.