Description

Portable, savory pinwheel sandwiches made with tortillas, cream cheese, ham, and cheddar. Designed to be rolled, frozen, and grabbed-and-go for stress-free lunches that stay fresh and don’t get soggy.

Ingredients

Scale

4–6 large flour tortillas (8-inch / 20cm)
8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
8–10 slices (about 200g) sliced ham
1 cup (100g) sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1–2 tablespoons Dijon mustard (optional)
1 tablespoon fresh herbs, chopped (optional, e.g., chives or parsley)
2–3 strips cooked bacon, crumbled (optional)

Instructions

Prep ingredients: Soften cream cheese at room temperature for 15 minutes or microwave for 15-20 seconds. Grate cheddar, chop herbs, and cool cooked bacon if using.
Spread the softened cream cheese evenly over the entire surface of each tortilla, leaving a half-inch border around the edges.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese (and herbs, if using) over the cream cheese layer, pressing gently to adhere.
Layer the ham slices over the cheese, folding or overlapping as needed to cover the surface completely. Add bacon or mustard if desired.
Tightly roll the tortilla up from the closest edge, using parchment paper or cling wrap to help tighten the roll. Pinch the seam to seal.
Wrap the rolled tortilla tightly in cling wrap or parchment paper, twisting the ends like a candy wrapper.
Freeze the rolls for at least 15-30 minutes to firm up the filling for clean slicing.
Remove from freezer and slice into 1-inch thick pinwheels using a sharp knife. Serve cold or at room temperature.
For storage, wrap individual pinwheels or store in freezer-safe bags/containers. Thaw in the fridge if a softer texture is preferred.

Notes

The cream cheese acts as a moisture barrier to prevent sogginess. Chilling the roll before slicing is crucial for clean cuts. These can be eaten straight from the freezer or thawed in the fridge. For best texture, consume within 2-3 weeks.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Lunch
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 pinwheel
Calories: 180
Sugar: 2
Sodium: 450
Fat: 8
Saturated Fat: 4
Carbohydrates: 18
Fiber: 1
Protein: 10

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