Description

Ranch Pinwheels are a delicious and easy appetizer featuring a creamy ranch-seasoned filling rolled in large flour tortillas or puff pastry sheets. They combine cream cheese, sour cream, ranch seasoning, cheddar cheese, and fresh veggies for a flavorful party snack. You can serve them chilled as no-bake tortilla pinwheels or bake them for a warm, crispy puff pastry version.

Ingredients

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For the Filling

8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sour cream or mayonnaise
1 packet ranch seasoning mix
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
1/4 cup chopped green onions

Base

Large flour tortillas (for no-bake pinwheels)
OR puff pastry sheets (for baked pinwheels)

Optional Add-ins

Chopped cooked chicken
Black olives
Spinach

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Instructions

Prepare the Ranch Filling: In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese, sour cream or mayonnaise, and ranch seasoning mix until smooth and well combined.
Add Cheese and Veggies: Stir in shredded cheddar cheese, diced red bell pepper, and chopped green onions into the ranch mixture. Add any optional ingredients like chopped chicken, black olives, or spinach if desired.
For Tortilla Pinwheels (No-Bake): Spread the prepared ranch mixture evenly across each large flour tortilla. Roll the tortillas tightly, then refrigerate for 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and to firm up for easier slicing.
Slice and Serve Tortilla Pinwheels: After chilling, slice the rolled tortillas into bite-sized pinwheels and arrange on a serving platter.
For Baked Puff Pastry Pinwheels: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Spread the ranch cream cheese mixture over the puff pastry sheets. Add any desired fillings, then roll the pastry tightly into a log.
Slice and Bake Puff Pastry: Slice the rolled pastry into pinwheels and place them on a baking sheet. Bake for 15-18 minutes or until the pinwheels are golden brown and crispy.
Serve Baked Pinwheels: Let the pinwheels cool slightly before serving warm for a crispy, savory appetizer.

Notes

Use either sour cream or mayonnaise based on your preferred flavor and texture.
Chilling the tortilla pinwheels is essential for clean slicing and better flavor.
Optional ingredients like chicken or olives can be added to customize the filling to your taste.
If using puff pastry, ensure it is thawed before spreading the mixture.
Store any leftovers covered in the refrigerator and consume within 2 days for best freshness.