These Turkey and Cheese Rolls Ups make the perfect school lunch, snack or appetizer idea. They're super easy to make in just 5 minutes and are so yummy. Skip the boring sandwiches and whip up these Turkey Roll Ups instead!
These are my go to school lunch idea when my kids get tired of sandwiches. The flour tortillas are stuffed with turkey, cheese, and a delicious cream cheese spread with taco seasoning. Tons of flavor with little effort..Yes Please. Kids also love these homemade pizza lunchables!
Looking for more simple lunch ideas? Try this Honey Mustard Chicken Wrap, Rotisserie Chicken Salad and Chicken Teriyaki Lettuce Wraps.
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Why You'll Love This Recipe:
- A Fun Lunch. It's a great switch up for lunch instead of boring sandwiches.
- Quick & Easy. They only take 5 minutes to prep.
- Protein Packed. These are stuffed with protein from the turkey and cheese.
- Big on Taste. Turkey Roll Ups are loaded with flavor. I'm obsessed with the taste of the cream cheese and taco seasoning spread.
Try pairing these Turkey and Cheese Roll Ups with this Pasta Salad with Balsamic Dressing, Cream Cheese Fruit Dip, or Tomato Cucumber Salad.
Ingredients for Turkey Roll Ups:
Flour Tortillas-Create the roll up and are really pliable, which makes them great for this recipe. I use large flour tortillas, but not as large as a burrito.
Turkey Breast- Deli lunchmeat, sliced thin stays really flat to the tortilla shell for an easy roll up. I used Oven Roasted Turkey Breast in this recipe, but you can choose any of your favorite turkey flavors.
Cream Cheese-Combines with a homemade taco seasoning for the most delicious, creamy spread. Make sure it's softened at room temperature to make it smear easy on the tortilla.
Cheddar Cheese- Pairs fantastic with the cream cheese and taco seasoning for the best flavor.
Onion and Bell Peppers- Bring in a crisp freshness and crunch to this recipe.
See recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and measurements.
Substitutions and Variations:
Not big on turkey breast? You can use any of your favorite deli meats in this recipe. Try chicken breast, ham, pepperoni or salami.
Making it for the kids? Leave out the onions and bell pepper, if they're not big on those veggies.
For the seasoning, you can substitute a tablespoon of taco seasoning instead of the mixture of spices.
The Cheddar cheese can be substituted with a variety of cheeses, like pepper jack, mozzarella, Colby cheese, etc. I do recommend shredding your own from the block for a better, fresher taste. If you're short on time, you can use a bagged, shredded mix.
Other wrap flavors can be used for this recipe, like spinach or tomato basil.
Love Pinwheel recipes? Try my Bacon Cream Cheese Pinwheels too! These are baked and make a great appetizer, especially for the Holidays.
How to Make Turkey and Cheese Roll Ups:
Step 1: Into a large bowl, add in the cream cheese and spices and stir to combine.
Step 2: Spread a few tablespoons of the cream cheese mixture on one side of each flour tortilla.
Step 3: Top with a few slices of turkey breast, then sprinkle with cheese, peppers and onions. Do not overfill or it will be difficult to roll up.
Step 4: Tightly roll up each tortilla with plastic wrap to secure each roll up. Place in the fridge for at least 30 minutes, up to overnight.
Step 5: Cut off both ends (about 1 to 2 inches) of the turkey roll ups, so it is a perfect log shape.
Step 6: Using a sharp knife, slice every 1.5 inches to create each pinwheel.
Step 7: Serve and enjoy!
Expert Tips for the Recipe:
- Allow the cream cheese to soften on the countertop for at least 30 minutes before starting the recipe. This will make the spices mix in better and it won't rip the tortilla when spreading it on.
- When wrapping the tortillas up, use a bit of the cream cheese spread to seal the inside edge of the tortilla.
- Wrap the plastic wrap as tight as possible to keep the roll ups together.
- Use a sharp knife to slice the tortillas into pinwheels. This will help keep them together without having to press down.
For more easy appetizers, check out these Veggie Nachos, Mini Peppers Stuffed with Cream Cheese, and Cowboy Caviar.
Recipe FAQs:
My Wing Stop Ranch is a simple dipping sauce that you can't go wrong with! Also, try my Sour Cream Sauce, Avocado Crema, Caesar Dressing without Anchovies, or Chipotle Mayonnaise.
These are a great snack or lunch for high protein with approximately 11 grams per 4 pinwheels.
If stored properly in a sealed container, they will stay fresh for up to 3 days.
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Turkey and Cheese Roll Ups
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 18-22 roll ups 1x
Description
These Turkey and Cheese Rolls Ups make the perfect school lunch, snack or appetizer idea. They are super easy to make in just 5 minutes and are so yummy. Skip the sandwich and whip up these Turkey Pinwheels instead!
Ingredients
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 8-10 slices of deli turkey, sliced thin (I prefer oven roasted)
- 4 ounces of cream cheese, softened to room temperature
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- ⅓ cup yellow onion, finely diced
- ⅓ cup red bell pepper, finely diced
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Into a large bowl, add in the cream cheese and spices and stir to combine.
- Spread a few tablespoons of the cream cheese mixture on one side of each flour tortilla.
- Top with a few slices of turkey breast, then sprinkle with cheese, peppers and onions. Do not overfill or it will be difficult to roll up.
- Tightly roll up each tortilla with plastic wrap to secure each roll up. Place in the fridge for at least 30 minutes, up to overnight.
- Cut off both ends (about 1 to 2 inches) of the turkey roll ups, so it is a perfect log shape.
- Using a sharp knife, slice every 1.5 inches to create each pinwheel. *Note: Try not to push down to avoid flattening.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Allow the cream cheese to soften on the countertop for at least 30 minutes before starting the recipe. This will make the spices mix in better and it won't rip the tortilla when spreading it on.
- When wrapping the tortillas up, use a bit of the cream cheese spread to seal the inside edge of the tortilla.
- Wrap the plastic wrap as tight as possible to keep the roll ups together.
- Use a sharp knife to slice the roll ups into pinwheels. This will help keep them together without having to press down.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Refrigeration Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: lunch
- Method: no cook
- Cuisine: american
Lisa says
Perfect for the kiddos! They loved this one.
Tara Smithson says
Totally agree! My kids do too. Thanks for the review!