25 Easy Party Pinwheel Recipes (2024)

By Julie Kotzbach Published in All The Rage

These 25 Party Pinwheel Recipes are the best bite for any gathering! With so many options, hot or cold, chicken or veggie everyone can munch!

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It doesn’t matter if you call them pinwheels or roll-ups. These pinwheels are the perfect party food for every occasion! Who doesn’t love stuffed spirals of deliciousness?! Some use flour tortillas and others use puff pastry to wrap up delicious combinations of meat, cheese, and other tasty ingredients.

All of these quick and easy pinwheels recipes can be prepped ahead of time to help make party prep a breeze. Below you’ll find hot and cold pinwheels appetizers to satisfy all your cravings. Serve up this bite-sized goodness for the super bowl, birthday parties, or just for hanging out on the weekend.

Bacon Pinwheels

Bacon makes everything better right? These pinwheel recipes are out to prove it!

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“Cracked Out” Cheddar Bacon Ranch Turkey Pinwheels

I am ADDICTED to these sandwiches! Cream cheese, cheddar, bacon, Ranch and turkey wrapped in a tortilla. YUM! You can them make ahead of time and refrigerate until ready to eat!

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Bacon Pinwheels with Cheddar

These quick puff pastry appetizers with bacon & cheese are hard to resist! Just give me bacon and cheese and I’m a happy girl!

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Bacon, Cheddar & Jalapeno Pinwheels

Tastes just like a Jalapeno Popper wrapped in a buttery, flaky crust! I may not be sharing, they’re that good! Super simple to make appetizer!

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Chicken Bacon Ranch Pinwheels

So easy to wrap and your party guests will love with chicken, bacon, cheese, and ranch seasoning! They’re delicious hot or cold!

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Ranch BLT Roll Ups

Bacon, lettuce, and tomato are even better with ranch dressing and cream cheese! These are a hit at every party!

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Chicken Pinwheels

Keep it simple by starting off with rotisserie chicken you grabbed at the store or make an extra chicken breast or two the night before. Boom.

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Chicken and Avocado Roll-Ups

Healthy quick tortilla roll-ups loaded with grilled chicken, avocado, cheese, tomato and sour-cream. These tasty chicken & avocado roll ups are packed full of flavor and make a great appetizer or snack and are a great way to use up leftover chicken!

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BBQ Chicken Tortilla Pinwheels

Soft flour tortillas are slathered with a mixture of cream cheese, mozzarella, chicken, bacon, barbecue sauce, red onion, and cilantro, then rolled up tight and sliced into flavorful, addictive appetizers: BBQ Chicken Tortilla Pinwheels!

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Buffalo Chicken Roll Up Appetizers

Made with frozen breaded chicken tenders tossed in hot sauce, then rolled up with a homemade blue cheese dip, diced celery, and crisp lettuce.

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Easy Chicken Caesar Salad Pinwheels

Easy chicken Caesar salad pinwheels – great for appetizers or a fun lunch! My kids love these!

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Mexican Pinwheels Recipe

This easy Mexican Pinwheels Recipe is a party favorite that’s full of bright, bold flavors you’ll crave!Your guests will ask for seconds and thirds!

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Ham Pinwheels

Sweet and tasty ham brings these pinwheel recipes to the peak of deliciousness!

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Ham & Pimento Cheese Pinwheels

Ham & Pimento Cheese Pinwheels – I am ADDICTED to these sandwiches! Cream cheese, cheddar, parmesan cheese, garlic salt, pimentos, mayonnaise and ham wrapped in a tortilla. Can make ahead of time and refrigerate until ready to eat. Perfect for parties and tailgating!!

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Hawaiian Tortilla Roll Ups

With layers of cream cheese and sweet pineapple topped with flavorful ham and rolled up into the perfect bite sized appetizer or lunch, the sweet and salty combination makes these an easy favorite you can whip up in no time flat!

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Hot Ham and Cheesy Pinwheels

These Hot Ham and Cheese Pinwheels are hands down one of our favorite pinwheel recipes ever. Warm brown sugar glaze is the ultimate topping to finish off this easy recipe!

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Monte Cristo Pinwheels

Inspired by a popular sandwich, these baked Monte Cristo Pinwheels, with sweet ham, tender turkey, tangy Swiss cheese and Triple Berry Fruit Spread, are sweet and savory and will be a hit at all season long!

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Meaty Pinwheels

Who says appetizers can’t be a meal? You’ll keep coming back for these craveable bites!

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Garlic Roast Beef Pinwheels

Garlic Roast Beef Pinwheels make a tasty appetizer that is quick and easy too. It only takes about 5-10 minutes to put these together, and they can be made up ahead of time! It doesn’t get much better than that for quick and easy party food!

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Italian Pinwheels

A deliciously fun appetizer for your game day, holiday or party needs, these Italian Pinwheels are tasty, fast and fun addition to your meal!

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Philly Cheese Steak Pinwheels

If I like something, I will find 101 ways to spin it–Philly Cheesesteaks are no exception. It’s also a family favorite!

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Pizza Muffin Recipe

Sure to please the pickiest of eaters (even mine), this Pizza Muffin recipe is a quick & easy mom win! And they can be made to order with your favorite pizza toppings.

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Reuben Tortilla Pinwheels Recipes

This Reuben Tortilla Pinwheels Recipe is perfect if you are wanting St. Patrick’s Day party food, or if you just love all the flavors in a Reuben sandwich.

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Sausage Pinwheels Recipe

This Sausage Pinwheels Recipe is an easy, make-ahead appetizer that’ll be the hit of your next party!Your guests will come back for seconds!

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Cheesy French Pinwheels

Deliciously elegant, golden, Cheesy French Pinwheels just may be one of the easiest appetizers you’ll whip up in your kitchen! Our cheesy french pinwheels are bound to become a new favorite!

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Vegetarian Pinwheels

If you love meat-free recipes you’ll love these pinwheels! Studded with fruit and veggies, these roll ups fly off the plate!

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Roasted Red Pepper Hummus Pinwheels

These Roasted Red Pepper Hummus Pinwheels are the perfect appetizer to share during any occasion!

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Spinach Dip Pinwheels

Creamy cheesy spinach is rolled tight in soft fluffy dough to make these Spinach Dip Pinwheels a great appetizer for any party!

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Vegetable Tortilla Roll Ups Recipe

Vegetable Tortilla Roll Ups with cream cheese filling spread on tortillas, topped with veggies and cheese. Slice and serve. Just like veggie pizza!

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Cranberry Feta Pinwheels

Cranberry Feta Pinwheels are the perfect make ahead holiday snack or appetizer. A creamy filling with feta cheese and sweet dried cranberries rolled in tortillas and sliced. These are the hit of every party!

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FAQs

How do you make pinwheels that don't fall apart? ›

Don't slice the pinwheels too thin.

Aim for at least 1-inch-thick slices. If the slices are too thin, there isn't enough tortilla in each pinwheel to create a sturdy structure and they are more likely to fall apart.

Why are my pinwheels soggy? ›

Simply slice right before serving. How do you make pinwheels not soggy? The best way to make sure your pinwheel sandwiches do not get soggy is to create a barrier between any wet ingredients in the sandwiches and the tortilla.

How do you keep pinwheels from drying out? ›

Problem: The Pinwheels are Drying Out

Pinwheels made too far in advance can become dry or the flavours may not be as vibrant. Solution: If made ahead of time, store the rolls wrapped in plastic in the refrigerator and slice just before serving​​ to keep them fresh on the inside.

What is the most efficient pinwheel? ›

It is possible that the four blade pinwheel is the best at producing energy, because its blades have the biggest surface area. Since this number of blades on pinwheels produces the most energy, they may be a very efficient way to make energy using wind turbines.

Can I cut pinwheels the night before? ›

Yes—tortilla pinwheels are a perfect make-ahead potluck recipe. In fact, you should assemble and roll the pinwheels at least a few hours ahead for best results. However, make them only 24 hours ahead at most to ensure the tortillas do not become soggy.

Will pinwheels get soggy overnight? ›

Turkey Pinwheels are a great recipe to make ahead for a party or help fill the gaps in your weekly meal prep. The cream cheese spread can be kept in an air-tight container and refrigerated for about a week. Pre-made pinwheels will also keep in the fridge for 2-3 days before they start to get soggy.

How to avoid a soggy wrap? ›

Start by placing a layer of greens on the wrap to act as a barrier between the fillings and the wrap itself. You can use lettuce, spinach or other types of greens. They will also help prevent the wrap from becoming soggy. Next, layer the other ingredients on top of the greens and finish it off with the chicken.

Will hummus make my wrap soggy? ›

Will hummus make a wrap soggy? Hummus wraps won't get soggy if you eat them within 30 minutes of making them. If you want to store wraps longer, assemble the wrap a bit differently. Top the tortilla or flatbread with lettuce or spinach leaves first, then add the hummus on top.

Do you put pinwheels in the fridge? ›

Store your pinwheels in the refrigerator. These pinwheels taste great both warm and at room temperature, so they're ideal for entertaining. How Long will Pinwheels Keep in the Refrigerator? You can store pinwheels in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

How to keep sandwiches from falling apart? ›

Cheese, Please!

Placing cheese over the spread acts as a "glue" for your toppings. The melted cheese adheres to the ingredients, creating a cohesive structure. Opt for cheeses with a gooey texture like melted mozzarella or cheddar to lock everything in place.

How long do pinwheels need to be refrigerated before cutting? ›

You can make these the day before you're ready to serve them and keep them wrapped, whole, in the fridge for at least 4 hours or up to 24. Just before serving, slice each tortilla pinwheel in 1/2- to 3/4-inch rounds and arrange on serving plate.

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