Cream Cheese and Jalapeno Tortillas
Bring bold flavors and irresistible creaminess to your snack spread with these Cream Cheese and Jalapeño Tortillas! This easy, no-cook appetizer combines the zesty heat of fresh jalapeños with the smooth richness of cream cheese, enhanced by the sharp bite of shredded cheddar and the savory kick of garlic powder and paprika. Rolled into soft tortillas with a touch of green onion for crunch and color, these pinwheels are as visually appealing as they are delicious. Perfect for parties, potlucks, or game day, these bite-sized snacks take just 15 minutes to prepare and can be served fresh or chilled for maximum convenience. Whether you're catering to spice lovers or looking for a versatile crowd-pleaser, these jalapeño-stuffed tortilla rolls are guaranteed to be a hit!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large pieces tortillas
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 2 medium-sized jalapenos
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 stalks green onions
- 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoons paprika
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
1. Begin by softening the cream cheese: if it is too firm, let it sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes or microwave briefly (no more than 10 seconds) to achieve a spreadable consistency.
2. Finely dice the jalapenos. Remove seeds and membranes for less heat, or leave them in if you prefer a spicier filling.
3. Thinly slice the green onions and set aside.
4. In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, diced jalapenos, green onions, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
5. Mix thoroughly with a spatula or spoon until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
6. Lay a tortilla flat on a cutting board or clean surface.
7. Spread about 1/4 of the cream cheese mixture evenly onto the tortilla, leaving a small margin of about 1/2 inch around the edges.
8. Roll the tortilla tightly into a log shape. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling.
9. Once all tortillas are rolled, place them seam-side down and chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to set (this will make slicing easier).
10. Remove the rolled tortillas from the refrigerator and use a sharp knife to slice them into 1-inch-thick pinwheels.
11. Arrange the pinwheels on a serving platter and enjoy immediately, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
486 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.6 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.1 g | 91% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 93 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 862 mg | 37% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.7 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.9 g | ||
| Protein | 15.9 g | 32% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 342 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 181 mg | 4% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
