Ingredients
Filling
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 1/8 tsp salt (a tiny pinch)
- 2 tbsp confectioners’ sugar
Fruits and Toppings
- ¾ cup fresh strawberries, diced
- ¾ cup fresh blueberries, halved
- ¼ cup crushed graham crackers
Base
- 3 large flour tortillas, burrito-sized
Instructions
- Prepare the Fruit: Dice the strawberries and slice the blueberries in half. Pat both dry with a paper towel to remove any excess moisture, which helps keep the tortillas from becoming soggy.
- Make the Cream Cheese Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth using a hand mixer or stand mixer. Add the vanilla extract, salt, and confectioners’ sugar, mixing until the mixture is fully combined and creamy.
- Assemble the Pinwheels: Lay one flour tortilla flat on a clean surface. Spread approximately one-third of the cream cheese mixture evenly over the entire surface of the tortilla, creating a smooth layer.
- Add the Fruit and Graham Crackers: Arrange rows of diced strawberries, halved blueberries, and crushed graham crackers evenly across the cream cheese layer on the tortilla.
- Roll the Tortilla: Starting from one edge, tightly roll the tortilla into a log shape. Repeat this process for the remaining tortillas and filling.
- Chill the Rolls: Place the rolled tortillas in the freezer for about 15 minutes. This step firms up the rolls, making them easier to slice neatly.
- Slice into Pinwheels: Using a sharp serrated knife, cut each frozen roll into ½ to ¾-inch thick pinwheels. Wipe the knife clean between cuts to maintain neat slices.
- Serve: Arrange the pinwheels on a serving platter. Optionally, dust lightly with powdered sugar for an extra touch of sweetness. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Make sure to pat the fruit dry thoroughly to prevent sogginess in the pinwheels.
- Freezing the rolled tortillas before slicing is crucial to achieve clean, intact pinwheels.
- You can substitute strawberries and blueberries with other fresh berries like raspberries or blackberries based on preference.
- Use a sharp serrated knife to ensure smooth cuts without squashing the pinwheels.
- These pinwheels are best served fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
