Ham and Cheese Pinwheels
Ham and Cheese Pinwheels are a breeze to make! Cream cheese, Cheddar, bacon, ranch, and red pepper spread on tortillas, topped with ham, rolled up, chilled, and sliced into perfect bite-sized snacks. Great for lunch, snacks, or appetizers!
Servings: 30 pinwheels
Cost: $8.96
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese full-fat, brick-style, softened, see note 1
- 1 cup sharp Cheddar cheese freshly shredded
- 1 tablespoon ranch seasoning mix see note 2
- 6 slices center-cut bacon cooked and crumbled (or use microwave bacon!)
- 1/3 cup diced red pepper
- 1/2 pound thinly sliced deli ham
- 3 large (12-inch) burrito tortillas spinach or flour
Instructions
- Combine softened cream cheese, freshly shredded Cheddar cheese, dry ranch mix, cooked and crumbled bacon, and diced red pepper. Use a hand mixer to ensure a smooth mixture.
- Set out 3 large tortillas. Divide the cream cheese mixture evenly among these tortillas, making sure to spread it across the entire surface. Next, divide the ham evenly, placing it on top of the spread in a single layer.
- Roll up each tortilla gently, yet tightly, to ensure it holds together and retains its shape. Once rolled, wrap each one in plastic wrap.
- Refrigerate the wrapped tortillas for 30 minutes to firm up the cream cheese. Afterward, cut off and discard the ends of each tortilla roll, then slice the remaining roll into even 1-inch slices, using a sharp serrated knife for best results.
Video
Notes
Note 1: Use full-fat Philadelphia® cream cheese for richer flavor and a thicker consistency. Soften before use for a smoother texture. To soften quickly, microwave the unwrapped block on a plate for 15–20 seconds, flipping and microwaving 10 seconds more if needed.
Note 2: You’re just adding the dry ranch seasoning mix here (don’t prepare the mix!). I highly recommend Hidden Valley® Ranch seasoning packets; in my experience, they have the best flavor without being overly salty (not sponsored).
Storage: Store leftover pinwheels in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days. Keep them tightly packed to prevent unrolling.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 88kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.002g | Cholesterol: 18mg | Sodium: 247mg | Potassium: 53mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 192IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 44mg | Iron: 0.3mg