Pinwheel appetizers with cream cheese
Pinwheel appetizers with cream cheese are bite-sized, colorful snacks made by spreading a cream cheese mixture onto a tortilla, adding fillings like deli meats, vegetables, or herbs, then rolling it tightly and slicing into spirals. They are a popular party food in American cuisine, known for their visual appeal and versatility.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
These pinwheels are typically moderate in fat and calories due to the cream cheese and tortilla, with a good source of protein if filled with meats or beans, and they provide some vitamins and fiber from vegetable additions. A serving of two pinwheels usually ranges from 100-150 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 180 kcal |
| Protein | 5 g |
| Carbs | 12 g |
| Fat | 13 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 2 g |
| Sodium | 320 mg |
| Calcium | 60 mg |
| Iron | 1 mg |
| Vitamin A | 150 mcg RAE |
| Vitamin C | 3 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.3 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 80 mg |
| Selenium | 8 mcg |
| Niacin (B3) | 1.5 mg |
Per 2 pinwheels (60 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, pinwheel appetizers reflect the American love for portable, shareable finger foods at gatherings, often customized for themes or dietary preferences. Nutritionally, they can be a balanced snack by incorporating lean proteins and fresh veggies, making them a creative way to include multiple food groups in one bite.
