Rollups and pinwheel appetizers – oh my! It’s where flavor and creativity spiral into endless possibilities. Whether you’re hosting a gathering, enjoying a picnic, or simply want to elevate your mealtime, this round-up is your go-to guide for these bite-sized wonders.
Party season means party food, and the inevitable question of what to make when being a hostess with the most-est.
If you’re after an easy and delicious idea, consider the pinwheel.
Pinwheels are a type of appetizer that consist of a flat base, such as a tortilla, flatbread, puff pastry, or thinly sliced meat, spread with one or more fillings, then rolled up tightly and sliced into rounds.
You end up with spiral or pinwheel-like look which makes them score highly on the visual appeal meter.
Pinwheels are great make-ahead appetizer that’s easily customizable for taste preferences and dietary needs.
if you’ve been wondering where to whip out your latest pinwheel creation, the answer is almost everywhere.
Pinwheels are adaptable appetizers, making them a fantastic choice for casual gatherings like picnics and barbecues.
Pinwheels also shine at holiday festivities, where their versatility allows them to add to the theme, along with other Halloween finger foods, Thanksgiving appetizers or Christmas appetizers.
Their portability and no-mess eating makes them a convenient and tasty option for any occasion.
Pinwheels for parties and more!
These avocado chicken salad pinwheels are the perfect party food. This simple mixture of avocado, shredded chicken, feta cheese, black olives, red onion, and herbs, rolled up in tortillas and sliced is delicious and looks good too.
Crispy bacon meets cream cheese and crescent rolls in these bacon cream cheese pinwheels. A must have appetizer.
Generously filled with freshly diced ham, finely grated cheddar cheese, and pineapple all wrapped inside a light and fluffy homemade dough, these ham and cheese pinwheels are soft and full of flavor.
A fun riff on the always-popular baked party sandwiches, these cute spiral Hawaiian roll sliders are easy to make, super adaptable, and so much healthier, too.
These basil sun-dried tomato pinwheels are so simple to make.
If you’re looking for a delicious appetizer, you have to try this buffalo chicken pinwheels recipe. These pinwheels are loaded with spicy buffalo chicken filling cooled down with tangy cream cheese. They are the perfect finger foods for devouring at your next party.
Quick, easy and extra cheesy, taco pinwheels are a real crowd pleaser. Made with lean ground beef, taco seasoning, a blend of Mexican cheeses and your favorite pizza dough, they'll be a hit at your next party.
Elevate your party snacks and game-day starters with these simple and delicious chicken pinwheels. These quick and easy roll-ups can be made ahead, making them the perfect crowd-pleasing appetizer.
Chicken taco pinwheels are loaded with cheeses, chicken, and veggies, all wrapped in a delicious flatbread.
Tortilla roll ups with cranberries and cream cheese with a lovely dose of shredded cheddar, chopped pecans and green onion? What’s not to love? This is the cranberry cream cheese appetizer you have been looking for.
This salsa roll up recipe is the ultimate appetizer or snack. Just five ingredients and 10 minutes is all you need to whip up this easy recipe. This recipe makes a great game day snack or party appetizer.
Easy taco chicken pinwheels are going to be your new favorite appetizer. They are loaded with chicken, bell pepper, green onion, and cilantro, and all rolled up with taco-seasoned cream cheese spread to hold it together.
Pinwheel appetizers are strike a balance between easy and fanciful - and are often the hot ticket item at group gatherings. These fiesta ranch cream cheese pinwheels offer a Tex-Mex twist that everyone is sure to love.
Say hello to ham and cheese pinwheels with puff pastry and grey poupon – a sensational dish that’s designed to steal your heart with its layers of flavors and exquisite blend of ingredients.
If you’re looking for an easy appetizer recipe, you’re going to love this pinwheel sandwich that uses ranch, ham and cheese.
Ham and cheese roll ups are the easiest appetizer recipe and perfect for parties, game day, or even as a quick lunch. Just five simple ingredients are needed.
These Italian sub pinwheels are perfect for an appetizer night, pot luck or backyard BBQ! They are easy to eat with your fingers and are usually just two bites, maybe three.
Imagine your favorite pizza toppings alongside garlic cream cheese all rolled up in a tortilla. These Italian pepperoni roll ups are the ideal appetizer or pizza lovers everywhere.
Easy pizza pinwheels are loaded with your favorite meat lovers toppings for the perfect grab-and-go bite. Best of all, you can make this pizza pinwheel recipe in advance.
Tortillas are filled with hummus, feta cheese, roasted red peppers, arugula, red onion and parsley, before being rolled and cut into the perfect bite sized appetizer. Your guests will love this colorful, light recipe.
These pinwheel sandwiches feature a delightful combination of creamy, cheesy refried bean fillings wrapped in tortillas and cut into bite-sized treats. Enjoy them with salsa for a burst of flavor or savor them as standalone delight, suitable for any occasion.
Super easy, fun and quick to make, these tortilla pinwheels are loaded with your favorite Mexican flavors. These finger food appetizers take minutes to make and are a great make ahead option if you are entertaining. Best served with lashings of sour cream.
These pinwheel sandwiches are an attractive appetizer that combines convenience, variety, and aesthetics, making them a great choice for gatherings.
These veggie pinwheels are a rainbow of colorful fresh veggies with ranch flavored cream cheese, all rolled up inside a spinach tortilla wrap.
Ranch BLT pinwheels are a tasty appetizer packed with classic BLT flavor. Made with crispy bacon, shredded lettuce, juicy tomatoes, and ranch dressing, they are a fun bite-sized alternative to BLT sandwiches.
Sausage pinwheels are a great appetizer for parties with crescent dough and a spicy sausage and cream cheese filling. A great hand-held snack that everyone will love.
Have you ever had flank steak pinwheels? Don't overlook this cut of meat next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful appetizer.
Spinach artichoke pinwheels are made with tender flatbread filled with creamy spinach and artichoke dip and rolled into bite-sized pinwheels.
These taco pinwheels are made with chicken, taco seasoning, cream cheese and peppers, all rolled up inside tortillas. They're an easy make-ahead party appetizer for everyone.
Taco pinwheels are the perfect party food for your next celebration. These delicious puff pastries are stuffed with seasoned ground beef and melted cheese topped with your favorite taco toppings.
Whether you are packing a lunch or need a tasty appetizer for a gathering or party, these turkey and cheese pinwheels will be a hit.
These turkey rolls ups are so easy to make in just 5 minutes. They’re a great snack or appetizer.
Loaded with fresh ingredients, these pesto turkey pinwheels are perfect for a simple lunch or party platter. Smoked provolone pairs well with this turkey and wrapped in a pesto cream cheese mixture that you will be coming back for more again and again
These easy turkey roll ups are filled with smoked turkey, Swiss cheese, avocado and spinach, all wrapped up and sliced into pinwheels.
Creamy, crunchy, colorful veggie pinwheels are the perfect appetizer to serve at your next get-together. They're made with cream cheese, veggies, cheese and pickles so you know they won't be short of flavor.
Pinwheel appetizers are a go-to appetizer.
With their infinite combinations of ingredients, foundations, and ways to display them, you’ll find the perfect combo for every party.
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