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Pepperoni Pinwheels Recipe

4.9 from 131 reviews

Pepperoni Pinwheels are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer featuring a creamy blend of cream cheese, tomatoes, olives, and Italian seasoning, rolled with pepperoni in soft flour tortillas. Perfect for parties and gatherings, these bite-sized treats combine savory flavors with a delightful cheesy texture.

Ingredients

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Filling

  • 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

Additional Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Prepare the filling: In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to thoroughly combine the softened cream cheese, drained diced tomatoes, drained sliced black olives, Italian dressing mix, and shredded mozzarella cheese until the mixture is smooth and evenly blended.
  2. Assemble the pinwheels: Spread one-quarter of the prepared cream cheese mixture evenly over each of the four large flour tortillas. Then, layer pepperoni slices evenly on top of the mixture on each tortilla.
  3. Roll and chill: Roll each tortilla tightly into a log shape. Wrap each roll securely in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the mixture to set.
  4. Slice and serve: Remove the rolls from the refrigerator, slice off the ends, then cut each roll into eight even pinwheels. Serve immediately as a flavorful appetizer or snack.

Notes

  • For a spicier version, substitute regular pepperoni with spicy or spicy turkey pepperoni.
  • Use fresh diced tomatoes instead of canned for a fresher taste, but be sure to drain well to avoid sogginess.
  • These pinwheels can be made a few hours ahead and kept refrigerated until serving.
  • Customize by adding chopped green onions or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for added flavor.

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