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Easy Turkey & Cheese Pinwheel Roll-Ups No Bread Recipe for Quick Healthy Snacks

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These quick and easy turkey and cheese pinwheel roll-ups are a satisfying, no-bread snack perfect for busy days, lunchboxes, or casual get-togethers. Made with deli turkey, cheese, cream cheese, and fresh herbs, they offer a light, tasty, and protein-rich option.

Ingredients

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  • 8–10 thin slices deli turkey (preferably low-sodium, nitrate-free)
  • 8–10 slices Swiss cheese or preferred mild cheese (cheddar, provolone, mozzarella)
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened (regular or light)
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh herbs (parsley or chives, optional)
  • 1 teaspoon mustard or Dijon mustard (optional)
  • Pinch of freshly ground black pepper
  • Dash of garlic powder (optional)
  • Vegetable or olive oil spray (optional, for warming)

Instructions

  1. Let 4 ounces of cream cheese sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes to soften.
  2. In a small bowl, combine softened cream cheese with finely chopped herbs, garlic powder, black pepper, and Dijon mustard if using. Stir until well blended.
  3. Lay out 4-5 turkey slices on a clean surface, slightly overlapping to form a rectangle about 8×10 inches.
  4. Layer cheese slices evenly on top of the turkey.
  5. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cheese layer using a spreading knife.
  6. Starting at one short edge, carefully roll the turkey and cheese layers into a tight log. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 15-20 minutes to firm up.
  7. Unwrap and slice the roll into 1-inch thick pinwheels using a serrated knife or kitchen shears, yielding about 8-10 pieces.
  8. Optional: Lightly spray a nonstick pan with oil and warm the pinwheels for 1-2 minutes on each side until cheese starts to melt and roll-ups are warmed through.

Notes

Let cream cheese soften well before spreading to avoid tearing turkey slices. Chill roll before slicing for cleaner pinwheels. Use serrated knife for cutting to prevent squishing. Can be made ahead and stored refrigerated up to 2 days. Avoid freezing to maintain texture.

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