Turkey and Cheese Roll Ups
These turkey and cheese roll ups are an easy snack or lunch option. With a combination of savory turkey and cream cheese, this recipe delivers on both flavor and convenience. These handheld delights are perfect for busy weekdays, school lunches, or even as a quick party appetizer.
One of the things I love most about these delicious turkey and cheese pinwheels is the quick preparation. All you need is 6 ingredients and 15 minutes of prep time. They are beyond easy to make and a crowd favorite.
You can prepare these pinwheels ahead of time and pull them out in time for game day, lunch, or a party appetizer.
I prepared these roll ups for a Christmas party and they were gobbled up quickly. I prepared them in the morning and placed the roll ups on a serving platter. I covered the platter with plastic wrap and pulled them out right when the party began. The leftovers stored well until the next day and they were enjoyed for lunch!
Note From Lexi: Why you’ll love this recipe
This recipe is all about convenience because it truly is easy to make. It comes together quickly, yet it is still full of flavor and absolutely delicious. It is also incredibly versatile since you can serve it at a party, enjoy it on game day, or pack it for an on the go lunch. Another bonus is that you can make it ahead by preparing everything in advance and simply pulling it out of the fridge when you are ready to eat.
-Lexi with Our Slice of Home
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Ingredients
How to make turkey and cheese roll ups
Step one: Mix cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, and onion powder together
Step two: Place a layer of the cream cheese mixture. Then a layer of turkey deli meat. Followed by another layer of cream cheese mixture
Step three: Roll them up! Cover in plastic wrap and into the fridge they go for 2 hours.
Step four: Slice and ENJOY!
Substitutions and Variations
- Flour Tortilla -> You can omit the flour tortilla and simply do a “turkey roll up.” Cover a piece of turkey with the cream cheese spread instead.
- Turkey -> Ham is also a delicious option.
- Vegetarian: Omit the turkey and chop up bell peppers and broccoli into small pieces. Sprinkle on top of cream cheese mixture then roll them up!
- Add some spice: Add in chopped jalapeño or some chili seasoning
- Bacon lovers: Throw in some bacon bits!
- Pickle flavored: Add a teaspoon of pickle juice to the cream cheese mixture. Chop up some dill pickles to sprinkle on top of the cream cheese mixture.
More appetizers
These roll ups are so versatile. You can pack them in a lunch for work or school. You can also serve them as an appetizer with your favorite dipping sauce (Think salsa, ranch, or honey mustard).
Equipment needed
- 1 medium sized bowl
- Cutting board and knife
Storage
Store the roll ups in an airtight container in the fridge until ready to serve!
Tips for Success
Don’t skip putting them in the fridge! Letting them sit in the fridge helps the roll ups to set and not unravel.
Make sure your cream cheese is slightly softened so it easier to mix with the ingredients and spread onto the tortillas.
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– Lexi with Our Slice of Home
Turkey and Cheese Roll Ups
Equipment
Ingredients
- 3 flour tortillas burrito sized
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 8- 12 slices turkey deli meat
Instructions
- In a medium size bowl mix softened cream cheese, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Spread a thin layer of the cream cheese mixture to the entire tortilla.
- On top of the cream cheese mixture, spread out 2- 4 pieces of deli turkey meat (this is dependent on the size of the sliced turkey).
- Add another thin layer of the cream cheese mixture on top of the turkey. This will allow the tortilla to stick to the cream cheese and stay rolled up.
- Starting at the edge of the tortilla, roll the tortilla up.
- Wrap the rolled tortilla in plastic wrap and and place in fridge for at least 2 hours.
- Remove plastic wrap, slice and serve!
Great appetizer to serve to a crowd!
This was great to pack for lunch!