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Festive Christmas Cranberry Roll Ups

Irresistibly Easy Festive Christmas Cranberry Roll Ups

Course: DIY
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Appetizer, Cranberry, Easy, Festive, holiday, Roll Ups
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Refrigeration Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 12 pinwheels
Calories: 150kcal
These Festive Christmas Cranberry Roll Ups blend creamy cheese and tart cranberries in a delightful appetizer perfect for gatherings.
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Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Serrated knife
  • plastic wrap

Ingredients

For the Filling

  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Consider using low-fat cream cheese for a lighter option.
  • 1 cup Cranberries Fresh or dried cranberries can be used depending on availability.
  • ¼ cup Fresh Herbs E.g., parsley, chives; can swap for dried herbs if fresh is unavailable.

For the Wrap

  • 4 large Tortillas Flour or whole wheat, or try spinach/herb tortillas for added flavor.

Instructions

How to Make Festive Christmas Cranberry Roll Ups

  • Beat the Cream Cheese: Start by beating the cream cheese in a mixing bowl until it's fluffy and smooth.
  • Mix in Cranberries and Herbs: Gently fold in the cranberries and fresh herbs until everything is well combined.
  • Spread on Tortillas: Take a tortilla and spread the cream cheese mixture evenly on top.
  • Roll Tightly: Carefully roll each tortilla tightly to form a log. Wrap them individually in plastic wrap.
  • Refrigerate: Place the wrapped roll ups in the refrigerator for at least one hour.
  • Slice into Pinwheels: Once set, remove the plastic wrap and slice each roll into pinwheels.
  • Arrange for Serving: Finally, arrange the pinwheels on a platter for impressing your guests.

Notes

Garnish with a sprinkle of fresh herbs for an extra pop of color. Customize ingredients as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pinwheel | Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 25mg | Sodium: 230mg | Potassium: 50mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 0.5mg