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Pepperoni Pinwheels Recipe

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Pepperoni Pinwheels are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer featuring a creamy mixture of cream cheese, diced tomatoes, black olives, Italian seasoning, and shredded mozzarella cheese, wrapped in flour tortillas with pepperoni slices. Perfect for parties, snacks, or game day, these flavorful pinwheels are chilled and sliced for a convenient bite-sized treat.

Ingredients

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Dip Mixture

  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes, drained (1 can)
  • 2.25 ounces sliced black olives, drained (1 small can)
  • 1 packet Italian dressing mix
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Assembly

  • 4 ounces pepperoni slices
  • 4 large flour tortillas (or 8 small flour tortillas)

Instructions

  1. Mix the filling: In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to combine the softened cream cheese, drained diced tomatoes, drained sliced black olives, Italian dressing mix, and shredded mozzarella cheese until everything is well blended and smooth.
  2. Assemble the pinwheels: Spread one-quarter of the mixture evenly over each large flour tortilla. Then evenly distribute the pepperoni slices on top of the mixture on each tortilla.
  3. Roll and chill: Tightly roll up each tortilla, making sure the filling stays inside. Wrap each rolled tortilla tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow the filling to set.
  4. Slice and serve: After chilling, slice the ends off the rolls and then cut each roll into 8 equal pinwheel slices. Arrange on a platter and serve immediately for a tasty finger food.

Notes

  • Use softened cream cheese for easy mixing and better texture.
  • Drain tomatoes and olives well to prevent soggy pinwheels.
  • Chilling helps the pinwheels hold their shape when sliced.
  • These pinwheels are best served fresh but can be stored refrigerated for up to 1 day.
  • Feel free to substitute pepperoni with other cured meats like salami or add extra veggies for variation.

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