Best 4 Cranberry Cream Cheese Pinwheels Recipes

Cranberry cream cheese pinwheels are a delightful sweet treat that combines the tartness of cranberries with the creamy richness of cream cheese, all wrapped up in a flaky pastry. These bite-sized pastries are perfect for any occasion, whether it's a holiday gathering, a potluck, or just a sweet snack. With their vibrant red and white appearance, they are sure to be a hit with family and friends. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a culinary journey to create these irresistible cranberry cream cheese pinwheels.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

SIMPLE & DELICIOUS CRANBERRY CREAM CHEESE PINWHEELS

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These are super easy to make for a dinner party or as a dinner appetizer. I always make them for the Christmas holiday season and use spinach tortilla rollups.

Provided by Canadian in Minneso

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 40 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

4 soft flour tortillas (for Christmas I use the green spinach ones)
2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1 cup dried cranberries (I use Craisins)
2 bunches diced green onions
1 teaspoon garlic salt

Steps:

Mix cream cheese and garlic salt together until well blended. Spread evenly on tops of tortillas.
In small bowl, stir together cranberries and onions. Sprinkle evenly over cream cheese spread. Lightly press cranberry/onion mix into cream cheese.
Roll up tortilla. Trim off ends. And cut each tortilla into 10 even pieces using a serated knife, like you would slice bread.

CRANBERRY CREAM CHEESE PINWHEELS

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Make and share this Cranberry Cream Cheese Pinwheels recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Jasper H.

Categories Cheesecake

Time 12m

Yield 12 pinwheels

Number Of Ingredients 3

Ingredients

1 (8 ounce) package crescent roll dough
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
4 tablespoons jellied cranberry sauce

Steps:

First heat oven to 375°F Unroll the dough and divide it into 2 rectangles (most store-bought doughs are perforated down the middle). Press together any other perforations to seal them. Using a butter knife, spread the cream cheese evenly over the 2 rectangles, leaving a 1/4- to 1/2-inch border on all sides, then spread the cranberry sauce over the cream cheese. Start at the short side, roll each piece of doug into a log, then cut each log into six 1-inch-wide slices.
Place the slices on a ungreased cookie sheet and bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until golden brown. Let the pinwheels sit for 5 minutes (to allow the filling to set) before removing them to wire racks. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 99.6, Fat 4.5, SaturatedFat 2.4, Cholesterol 19.9, Sodium 132.7, Carbohydrate 12.3, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 3, Protein 2.5

CRANBERRY CREAM CHEESE PINWHEELS

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A favorite appetizer at Christmas office parties

Provided by Liz Kuhns

Categories Fruit Appetizers

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

4 soft flour tortillas
2 - 8 oz cream cheese, room temperature
1 c dried cranberries
2 bunch green onions, diced
1 tsp garlic

Steps:

1. Mix cream cheese and garlic salt together until well blended. Spread evenly on tops of tortillas.
2. In small bowl, stir together cranberries and onions. Sprinkle evenly over cream cheese spread. Lightly press cranberry/onion mix into cream cheese.
3. Roll up tortilla. Trim off ends. And cut each tortilla into 10 even pieces using a serrated knife, like you would slice bread

CRANBERRY CREAM CHEESE PINWHEELS

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Something a little different for snacks or breakfast.

Provided by Kathleen Brigham

Categories Other Breads

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 3

Ingredients

1 (8-ounce) package crescent roll dough (we used pillsbury crescent rolls)
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
4 tablespoons jellied cranberry sauce

Steps:

1. First heat the oven to 375 degrees. Unroll the dough and divide it into 2 rectangles (most store-bought doughs are perforated down the middle). Press together any other perforations to seal them. Using a butter knife, spread the cream cheese evenly over the 2 rectangles, leaving a 1/4- to 1/2-inch border on all sides, then spread the cranberry sauce over the cream cheese. Starting at the short side, roll each piece of dough into a log, then cut each log into six 1-inch-wide slices.
2. Place the slices on an ungreased cookie sheet and bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until golden brown. Let the pinwheels sit for 5 minutes (to allow the filling to set) before removing them to wire racks. Serve warm. Makes 12 pinwheels.

Tips:

Use high-quality cream cheese for a smooth and creamy filling.
Make sure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature before mixing to avoid lumps.
If the filling is too thick, add a little bit of milk or cream to thin it out.
Use fresh cranberries for the best flavor. If using frozen cranberries, thaw them completely before using.
If you don't have a rolling pin, you can use a wine bottle or a glass to roll out the dough.
Be careful not to overfill the pinwheels, or they will be difficult to roll up.
Bake the pinwheels until they are golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
Let the pinwheels cool slightly before slicing and serving.

Conclusion:

Cranberry Cream Cheese Pinwheels are a delicious and festive treat that are perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a few simple tips, you can make sure your pinwheels turn out perfect every time. So next time you are looking for a special treat, give Cranberry Cream Cheese Pinwheels a try!