Italian Pinwheels

These Italian Pinwheels are made by wrapping turkey, salami, pepperoni and pepperoncini peppers in a tortilla or wrap. You get zesty flavors in every bite!

Perfect for serving as an appetizer or packing into a lunch box.

Pinwheels or wraps

It really doesn't matter what you call these, Italian pinwheel wraps or roll-ups, they all are the same thing and all equally delicious!

These pinwheels make a perfect appetizer, but we also love them for lunch or even a light dinner. They are perfect for packing into small containers and taking on a picnic or we often take them on the boat when we go fishing.

Reminiscent of an Italian sub sandwich, but made in an easy-to-eat bite-size slice. Fill with your favorite deli meats and add your favorite toppings.

We love pinwheels in our house and make them often. Some favorites are Turkey and Bacon Wraps, Veggie Pinwheels, and Roasted Chile Pinwheels.

Key ingredients

• Wrap - Use large burrito-size tortillas or wraps. Pick your favorite flavor or use a variety of wraps. They are available in plain, spinach, or tomato. The fun colors make a great presentation.
• Turkey - Use sliced deli turkey. You could also use ham if you prefer.
• Salami - Use your favorite type of salami. Hard salami or genoa work well.
• Pepperoni - Adds extra flavor! You could use regular pepperoni or turkey pepperoni.
• Provolone Cheese - It works well with these flavors, but you can use your favorite type of sliced cheese. Some options include cheddar, pepper jack, or gouda.
• Cream Cheese - This is the base for the spread.
• Roasted Bell Peppers - Use sweet bell peppers, not spicy ones. You can purchase a jar of roasted red peppers or roast your own.
• Sun-Dried Tomatoes - Use oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes. You'll drain off the oil, but a little bit will still cling to the tomatoes adding extra flavor to the spread.
• Italian Seasoning - Added to the spread for extra flavor
• White Wine Vinegar - Adds just a touch of zest to the spread. It also helps make the cream cheese softer and more spreadable.
• Lettuce - Adds crunch and texture to the wrap. I use green leaf, but romaine or iceberg lettuce also works well.
• Pepperoncini - Adds such great flavor and a bit of crunch. You could also use banana peppers.

Step by step directions

• Mix softened cream cheese with a mixer until smooth and creamy
• Add vinegar and herbs and mix well
• Fold in chopped roasted peppers and sundried tomatoes

• Spread about ¼ of the cream cheese mixture over the top of a tortilla or wrap
• Add cheese, turkey, salami, and pepperoni down the center

• Top with pepperoncini and lettuce

• Roll up and place seam side down. Slice into 1-inch pieces.
• Serve right away or cover and refrigerate

Recipe tips

• Start with room-temperature cream cheese
• The cream cheese mixture can be made and then refrigerated until ready to use. Allow mixture to soften before spreading onto tortillas.
• These pinwheels are versatile and you can add or omit any ingredient
• If adding something very wet or juicy like tomatoes, eat the pinwheels immediately or they will become soggy.
• If making ahead of time, wrap the uncut pinwheel tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to eat. Then slice and serve.
• To help prevent the pinwheels from unrolling, place the cut ends next to another pinwheel.
• Prepared pinwheels are best eaten within 2-3 days

More delicious finger foods

• Stuffed Cherry Tomatoes
• Honey BBQ Wings
• Teriyaki Wings
• Deviled Eggs
• Crostini with Goat Cheese

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