Cheddar Bacon Ranch Pinwheels
These tasty little Cheddar Bacon Ranch Pinwheels are easy to make and are great appetizers or even to enjoy for lunch.Â
I love pinwheels. They make cute little appetizers and are also great for lunches. Any kid (or adult) would love to dive into these tasty little Cheddar Bacon Ranch Pinwheels when they open their lunchbox.Â
While my kiddos are a few years away from jumping on the school bus with their lunchbox in hand, I still love to create fun lunches for them. Like many three year olds, I am in the midst of a picky eater stage. Not fun for a foodie like myself who wants to whip up Pinterest inspired lunches for them. They are not big meat eaters, they even turn their noses up at chicken tenders. I don’t know many kids that don’t like chicken tenders or nuggets. I will remind them of that one day when that is all they want to eat.Â
One thing I have found they like are you guessed it, pinwheels. How could you not love these cute tortilla rolls that are filled with cream cheese, cheddar cheese, crispy bacon and a handful of spices. I love this creamy filling. The combination of the cheddar, bacon and ranch is the great in these pinwheels and is also works great to serve simply as a dip or even in phyllo cups. Â
With football season kicking off soon (Go Bills), these make a fun appetizer to serve at a football party. You can even make these ahead of time and pop them in the freezer. When ready to eat just thaw and serve.Â
What you need
Cream cheese
Cheddar cheese
Crumbled bacon
Dill weed
Parsley flakes
Garlic powder
Onion powder
Flour tortillas
Step one: Add all ingredients except tortillas in a large bowl and beat on low until creamy.
Step two: Divide mixture between tortillas and spread evenly.
Step three: Tightly roll tortillas and wrap in saran wrap. Chill in the refrigerator for a few hours or overnight. When ready to serve cut off ends and slice into pieces.
Bacon tip: For crisp bacon without the splatter place bacon slices on a foil lined baking sheet. Bake in a 375 degree oven for 18-20 minutes until crispy.
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Ingredients
Instructions
Notes
Freezer tip: Place slices on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and place in freezer until frozen. Transfer to a freezer safe container or freezer bag. To thaw, place desired amount of pinwheels on counter for about 30 minutes before serving.
More lunch time, game time favorites
Tortilla Pinwheels
Curry Chicken Salad
Buffalo Chicken Grilled Cheese
Perfect for a tailgate party!!
Oh yes! I love that idea! 🙂
Those look awesome! I should try making these for my girls one day.
What a fun and simple recipe! I’m going to have to try it this weekend. My family will love ite!
These pinwheels look very tasty! I guess it is a great thing to cook when your guests are about to come! It is so simple and unique. I wonder what kind of products can be substituted. For example, is it possible to use fish instead of meat?
Jennifer these look awesome–and great for a party too!
Oh yeah, these would for sure be hard to resist!
Is there a simple way to use corn tortillas instead of flour? Tips on how to roll without cracking? Thanks!
Hi Lisa, I suggest using flour tortillas instead of corn tortillas if you can. The flavor is so much better with the flour tortillas. Also the flour tortillas are soft so you won’t have any problem rolling them or having them crack. Enjoy! 🙂
This was delicious! I used 8 oz of cream cheese and 8 oz of sour cream, I was in a hurry so I froze them for 20 minutes and they sliced just fine. These are VERY good and will make again! Thanks for sharing this recipe!
Hi Mary! I’m so glad to hear you enjoyed these! 🙂
I wonder if instead of the spices (if not on hand), just use a ranch powder packet?
Hi Jessica, You could substitute ranch powder mix for the spices. You’ll want to use roughly 1 1/2 teaspoons from the packet or a little more based on taste plus a pinch of salt and pepper. Enjoy!
I made these for a baby shower and I used a ranch pack for to save time and effort since I was making a bunch of other things. They turned out great and everyone loved them.
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I plan to have a bridal shower for my niece and I plan to make these for the shower. Thank You for sharing
Your recipe with me.
I’m sue these are fantastic…just wondering what you do with all of those “not so even ends”…lol!!!
Jennifer,
It this recipe supposed to have any ranch dressing in it? You mentioned the combination of cheddar, bacon and ranch makes me think ranch dressing is in it…?
Thanks, Janet
Hi Janet, This does not have ranch dressing in it. The combination of herbs used make it taste like ranch without using dressing.
I also had/have a picky eater. Would not eat bread, pizza, cheese, allergic to peanut butter so lunches were definitely a challenge. He is 18 now and his poor future wife, were praying for her already, cuz this guy is still pretty picky he will eat a slice of pizza now and keep his bun on his burger 🤣but, still doesn’t like tacos I have failed him as a parent 🤣 gonna try this yummy recipe for me and hubby anyway .