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Easy Cheesy Taco Pinwheels

A close-up of several baked taco pinwheels arranged on a white plate, garnished with chopped green onions.
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Make these quick and cheesy taco pinwheels using tortillas. They are a simple, crowd-pleasing appetizer perfect for game days or parties.

Ingredients

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  • 10 large flour tortillas
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 packet (1 ounce) taco seasoning mix
  • 1 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped black olives (optional)
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped green onions (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and taco seasoning. Mix until smooth and fully combined.
  2. Spread an even, thin layer of the cream cheese mixture over the entire surface of each tortilla, leaving a small border on one edge.
  3. Sprinkle the shredded cheese, black olives, and green onions evenly over the cream cheese layer on each tortilla.
  4. Starting from the long edge opposite the small border, tightly roll up each tortilla.
  5. Wrap each rolled tortilla tightly in plastic wrap. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or up to 24 hours, to firm up the rolls.
  6. When ready to serve, unwrap the chilled rolls and slice each one into 1-inch thick pinwheels.
  7. Arrange the taco pinwheels on a serving platter. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • For make ahead appetizers, keep the rolls wrapped tightly in the refrigerator for up to one day before slicing.
  • If you prefer a spicier flavor, add 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper to the cream cheese mixture.
  • These bite sized appetizers are great served with salsa or sour cream for dipping.

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