Description
Festive Christmas Cranberry Roll Ups are a delightful, no-cook appetizer featuring cream cheese blended with dried cranberries, nuts, sharp cheddar, and green onions, all rolled into soft flour tortillas and chilled to perfection. These colorful pinwheels offer a sweet and savory twist perfect for holiday parties and easy make-ahead entertaining.
Ingredients
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Roll Ups Ingredients
- 2 large flour tortillas (burrito-size)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries, chopped
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
- 1/2 cup finely shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Cream Cheese Mixture: In a medium bowl, thoroughly mix the softened cream cheese with the chopped dried cranberries, nuts, shredded cheddar cheese, green onions, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt until evenly combined to create a flavorful filling.
- Spread the Filling: Evenly spread the cream cheese mixture over each large flour tortilla, ensuring it reaches all the way to the edges for full flavor in every bite.
- Roll and Wrap: Carefully roll each tortilla up tightly into a log shape, then wrap each roll securely in plastic wrap to maintain shape and freshness during chilling.
- Chill the Roll Ups: Place the wrapped rolls in the refrigerator and chill for at least 1 hour, allowing the filling to firm up and making them easier to slice.
- Slice and Serve: Once chilled, use a sharp knife to cut each roll into 1/2-inch thick pinwheel slices. Arrange the slices on a serving platter and serve chilled or at room temperature for a festive appetizer presentation.
Notes
- These roll ups can be prepared a day ahead and stored refrigerated until slicing and serving.
- For a sweet-savory flavor enhancement, add a tablespoon of orange zest or drizzle with honey before rolling.
- For gluten-free options, substitute with gluten-free tortillas.