Recipe Card
Servings & Timing
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: ~25 roll ups (5 servings)
- 🥯 Vegetarian | ⏱️ Quick & Easy | ✨ Party Favorite
Ingredients
- Cream cheese (softened)
- Tortillas (flour or low-carb)
- Shredded cheese
- Seasonings (garlic powder, onion powder, or your favorite spice mix)
- Optional: diced jalapeños, green onions, or herbs
Instructions
- Spread softened cream cheese evenly over each tortilla.
- Sprinkle with shredded cheese and seasonings of your choice.
- Roll up tortillas tightly and slice into bite-sized pinwheels.
- Arrange on a baking sheet and bake until warm, golden, and slightly crispy.
- Serve warm or at room temperature – perfect for parties!
Notes
- Weight Watchers Points: About 4 points for 5 pieces.
- Use flavored tortillas (spinach, tomato-basil) for color and variety.
- Can be served warm, room temp, or even chilled for a refreshing snack.
Introduction
If you need a snack that’s guaranteed to disappear fast, these Cream Cheese Roll Ups are it. They’re creamy, cheesy, bite-sized, and so simple that they’ve become my go-to dish for potlucks, parties, and casual get-togethers. In fact, my friends always request these—and for good reason!
These roll ups are also great for Weight Watchers, coming in at just 4 points for 5 pieces.
Step-by-Step Cooking Guide
Step 1: Prep the Tortillas
Lay your tortillas flat on a clean surface. For added flavor, try using whole wheat or veggie wraps.
👉 Tip: Warm tortillas slightly in the microwave for 10 seconds to make rolling easier.
Step 2: Spread the Cream Cheese
Use a spatula or butter knife to spread a thin, even layer of softened cream cheese.
👉 Tip: Let the cream cheese sit at room temperature for 15 minutes for smoother spreading.
Step 3: Add Fillings
Sprinkle with shredded cheese, then season with garlic powder, onion powder, or even taco seasoning. Add optional mix-ins like diced jalapeños for a kick.
Step 4: Roll & Slice
Roll each tortilla tightly. Slice into even pinwheels—usually 1-inch thick.
👉 Tip: Chill rolled tortillas for 15 minutes before slicing for cleaner cuts.
Step 5: Bake & Serve
Place roll ups on a baking sheet and bake until golden, melty, and lightly crispy. Serve warm or room temp.
Ingredient Details & Substitutions
- Cream Cheese: Regular, reduced-fat, or flavored (chive & onion is amazing).
- Tortillas: Use flour, low-carb, or even whole wheat.
- Cheese: Cheddar, mozzarella, or a blend.
- Seasonings: Ranch mix, Italian herbs, or taco seasoning.
- Add-ins: Crumbled bacon, jalapeños, sun-dried tomatoes, or spinach.
Variations & Serving Suggestions
- Spicy Roll Ups: Add buffalo sauce or hot sauce to the cream cheese.
- Pizza Roll Ups: Use mozzarella, pepperoni, and a sprinkle of Italian seasoning.
- Breakfast Roll Ups: Mix scrambled eggs with cream cheese before rolling.
Serving Ideas:
- Perfect appetizer for game days, picnics, or office parties.
- Pair with salsa, marinara, or ranch dipping sauce.
Storage & Make-Ahead
- Storage: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Reheating: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5–7 minutes.
- Make-Ahead: Assemble and roll a few hours ahead. Slice and bake just before serving.
Nutrition (per 5 roll ups – estimate)
- Calories: ~180
- Protein: 6g
- Carbs: 18g
- Fat: 9g
- Weight Watchers: 4 points
FAQs
Q: Can I make these without baking?
A: Yes! They’re delicious served cold as pinwheel wraps.
Q: Can I freeze cream cheese roll ups?
A: Freezing isn’t ideal since cream cheese can change texture, but you can prep and refrigerate them ahead.
Q: What dipping sauces work best?
A: Ranch, salsa, marinara, or even a spicy sriracha mayo.
Final Notes
This is one of those recipes that checks every box: easy, tasty, portable, and crowd-approved. No wonder my friends request them every time! Once you make these Cream Cheese Roll Ups, you’ll never go back to store-bought appetizers again.
✨ Give them a try for your next party, and let me know in the comments what twist you added!
