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Easy Turkey & Cream Cheese Pinwheels for Kids

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These quick and easy turkey and cream cheese pinwheels are the ultimate lunchbox hero. Made with simple ingredients, they are creamy, delicious, and perfect for picky eaters.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried dill
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (optional)
  • 4 large flour tortillas (burrito-sized)
  • 12–16 slices deli turkey breast
  • Optional: thinly sliced cucumber, shredded lettuce, finely chopped bell peppers, baby spinach

Instructions

  1. In a medium mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sour cream (or Greek yogurt), garlic powder, dried dill, salt, and pepper. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed for 1-2 minutes until smooth, light, and fluffy. Scrape down the sides of the bowl.
  2. Lay the four tortillas flat on a cutting board. Divide the whipped cream cheese mixture evenly among the tortillas and spread in a thin, even layer to the edges.
  3. Place 3-4 slices of turkey breast on top of the cream cheese on each tortilla, slightly overlapping for full coverage. Add any optional fillings on top of the turkey.
  4. Starting at one edge, carefully roll each tortilla up as tightly as possible without tearing. Place seam-side down.
  5. Wrap each rolled tortilla tightly in plastic wrap or beeswax wrap. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight.
  6. When ready to serve, unwrap the rolls and place on a cutting board. Slice each roll into 1-inch thick pinwheels using a sharp knife or pizza cutter.

Notes

Make sure cream cheese is truly softened to avoid lumps. Chilling the rolls is essential for clean slicing. For best results, use full-fat cream cheese and burrito-sized tortillas. To prevent sogginess, pat wet ingredients dry and chill thoroughly.

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