Fiesta Pinwheels
These easy Fiesta Pinwheels are creamy, colorful, and packed with flavor. Made with tortillas, cream cheese, cheddar, fresh vegetables, corn, and black beans, they are the perfect make-ahead appetizer for parties, potlucks, lunch boxes, or quick snacks. This no-cook recipe is simple to prepare, easy to slice, and always a crowd favorite.
Ingredients
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup bell peppers diced
- 1/4 cup green onions chopped
- 1/4 cup corn drained
- 1/4 cup black beans rinsed
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Let the cream cheese soften at room temperature until smooth and easy to mix.
- In a large bowl, combine cream cheese and sour cream. Mix slowly until the texture is creamy and free of lumps.
- Add chili powder, garlic powder, and salt. Stir well so the spices are evenly mixed into the base.
- Add shredded cheese, bell peppers, green onions, corn, and black beans. Fold gently until all ingredients are evenly coated.
- Lay one tortilla flat on a clean surface. Add a portion of the filling and spread evenly across the entire tortilla.
- Roll the tortilla tightly into a log shape, making sure the filling stays inside and the roll is firm.
- Wrap the rolled tortilla in plastic wrap and place in the fridge for at least 1 hour to firm up.
- Remove from the fridge and unwrap. Place on a cutting board and slice into even pinwheels using a sharp knife.
- Arrange on a plate and serve fresh.
Notes
- Chilling longer helps the pinwheels hold shape better
- Adjust spice level by adding more or less chili powder
- For cleaner slices, wipe the knife after each cut