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Easy Kindergarten Lunch Box Pinwheels with Turkey and Cream Cheese

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Quick and kid-friendly pinwheels made with turkey, cream cheese, and tortillas, perfect for school lunches or snacks. These pinwheels are simple, tasty, and loved by kids and parents alike.

Ingredients

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  • Large flour tortillas (1 tortilla per roll)
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 6–8 slices deli turkey
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh chives or parsley (optional)
  • Pinch of salt and pepper (optional)
  • Thin layer of mustard or mayonnaise (optional)
  • Optional: thin cucumber slices for crunch

Instructions

  1. Soften the cream cheese by leaving it at room temperature for about 15 minutes.
  2. Lay one tortilla flat on a cutting board.
  3. Spread about 2 tablespoons (30 grams) of cream cheese evenly over the entire surface of the tortilla.
  4. If using plain cream cheese, sprinkle a light pinch of salt and pepper over the spread.
  5. Lay 3-4 slices of deli turkey evenly on top of the cream cheese, leaving a small border around the edges.
  6. Sprinkle about 2 tablespoons (15 grams) of shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the turkey.
  7. Scatter a teaspoon of chopped fresh chives or parsley if desired.
  8. Starting from one edge, roll the tortilla tightly but gently to avoid tearing.
  9. Wrap the roll tightly in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes.
  10. Remove from fridge, unwrap, and slice the roll into 1-inch (2.5 cm) thick pinwheels using a sharp serrated knife.
  11. Pack the pinwheels in a lunchbox with a napkin or small container to keep them intact.

Notes

Soften cream cheese before spreading to avoid tearing tortillas. Chill the rolled tortilla before slicing to get clean pinwheels. Use a sharp serrated knife for best results. Can be made ahead and refrigerated overnight. Optional ingredients and substitutions allow for gluten-free and dairy-free versions.

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