Reuben Tortilla Pinwheels Recipes (2024)

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ThisReuben Tortilla Pinwheels Recipe isperfect if you are wanting St. Patrick’s Day party food, or if you just love all the flavors in a Reuben sandwich.

This post contains some affiliate links for your convenience. We receive a commission if purchases are made through our links to retailers.Click here to read our full disclosure policy.You may be familiar with Sara Moulton from Food Network and other television appearance, as well as her cookbooks. I’ve been watching her for years, soI was quite excited to learn about her newest cookbook, “Everyday Family Dinners“. It’sa cookbookmeant for a home cook like me and you — peoplewho want great family-friendly meals.My Reuben Pinwheelsrecipe inspired by one ofSara Moulton’s recipes.WhenI was cruising around Sara’s website, I came across her Reuben Pizza. When thinking about how to make this into a party appetizer, I thought how great theseReuben Sandwich flavors would be rolled up into a tortilla pinwheel recipe.While I worked on this recipe, my oldest son came into the kitchen. I’m not really paying attention to what he’s doing, but the next thing I know he’s spitting out whatever was in his mouth into his hand and asking ” WHAT IS THAT????”. See, apparently, my son thought the well-drained sauerkraut was the same as the bowl of shredded Swiss cheese I had on the counter. He grabbed a BIG pinch of sauerkraut and popped it in his mouth expecting cheesy goodness. I laughed so hard. I wonder if that will keep him from grabbing the cheese that I’m grating? Probably not.As with all of the pinwheels I make, there is usually some sort of spread that is applied to the tortilla or wrap. ForReuben Tortilla Pinwheels, I missed up a mixture of cream cheese, Russian dressing, and sauerkraut.This mixture is spread onto a tortilla, then it’s topped with shredded swiss cheese. If you only have access to sliced swiss cheese, that will work great too.Next, the swiss cheese is topped with thinly sliced corned beef.Starting at one edge of the tortilla, begin rolling up the tortilla as tightly as possible without shifting the toppings. Repeat the process with the remaining ingredients. Place all of your rolled up tortillas in the refrigerator, covered, for at least 1 hour. If you are making these in advance of a party, you can leave them in the refrigerator long — making them the day ahead works out great.After chilling in the refrigerator, remove them and slice into rounds. They can be served laying down on a plate or platter or you can stand them up and insert a toothpick into the tortilla the way we have shown.Ingredients Needed for Reuben Tortilla Pinwheels:Cream Cheese (8oz)Russian Salad Dressing (1/2 cup)Sauerkraut (1/4 cup)Swiss Cheese (8oz – Shredded)Corned Beef Deli Meat (12oz – Thinly Sliced)Flour Tortillas – (8 – 9 inch)Cooking Equipment needed for Reuben Tortilla Pinwheels:Rubber SpatulaPlastic ToothpicksKitchen KnifeServing PlateHere’s the complete recipe, ready for youto print. If you like this recipe, we’d love for you to share with your friends and family on Facebook or for you to pin it to Pinterest.Print

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ThisReuben Tortilla Pinwheels Recipe isperfect if you are wanting St. Patrick’s Day party food, or if you just love all the flavors in a Reuben sandwich.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces cream cheese (room temperature)
  • 1/2 cup Russian Salad Dressing
  • 1/2 cup sauerkraut (rinsed and very well drained)
  • 8 ounces Swiss cheese (shredded)
  • 12 ounces corned beef deli meat (thinly sliced)
  • 8 flour tortillas (9″diameter)

Instructions

  1. Mix together cream cheese and Russian dressing until smooth and creamy. Mix in sauerkraut. Spread one side of a tortilla with cream cheese mixture, almost all the way to the edges. Sprinkle with about 1 oz of cheese. Lay a few slices of corned beef on top of the cheese. Roll up tortilla tightly. Repeat with remaining ingredients, laying rolled tortillas on a plate. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Remove from refrigerator and slice into rounds and serve.
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Cuisine: American

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Reuben Tortilla Pinwheels Recipes (2024)

FAQs

Why are my pinwheels soggy? ›

Simply slice right before serving. How do you make pinwheels not soggy? The best way to make sure your pinwheel sandwiches do not get soggy is to create a barrier between any wet ingredients in the sandwiches and the tortilla.

What is the most efficient pinwheel? ›

It is possible that the four blade pinwheel is the best at producing energy, because its blades have the biggest surface area. Since this number of blades on pinwheels produces the most energy, they may be a very efficient way to make energy using wind turbines.

How do you keep pinwheels from drying out? ›

Cover the pinwheels tightly with plastic wrap.

This will prevent the tortillas and the filling from drying out. Dry tortillas can crack when sliced and a dry filling won't be as satisfyingly creamy.

Can you prep pinwheels the night before? ›

Tightly roll up each of the tortillas and wrap each one in foil or plastic wrap; refrigerate the pinwheels overnight. Before serving, slice each roll up into ¼-inch slices. Arrange them on a platter or feed them to your ravenous family as you slice them.

How do you make a homemade pinwheel? ›

Instructions
  1. Draw Lines. Using a ruler, mark the center of your square paper with a pencil. ...
  2. Cut Down the Lines. Use the scissors to cut down the diagonal lines that you just marked on your paper. ...
  3. Fold and Pin. Fold every other point into the center dot and put a pushpin through the paper. ...
  4. Attach to Straw.
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Can you freeze tortilla pinwheels? ›

How to Freeze. When freezing, I wrap rolls tightly in a double layer of plastic wrap, and place in a freezer-safe resealable bag. I freeze up to 1 month. Let them thaw in the fridge before serving.

Why are smooth fillings preferable to use in making pinwheel sandwiches? ›

Smooth filling are ideal for pinwheel sandwiches, because they do not have bulk and can be spread thinly.

What do you eat with pinwheels? ›

They hold up really well in the fridge so you can prep lunch a few days out. Just grab a tortilla and your favorite cold cuts and get ready to roll! I love serving these pinwheels with a side of fruit salad and pretzels! Or, make some of my favorite Healthy Macaroni Salad for the ultimate summer meal!

What is another name for pinwheel sandwiches? ›

Hye Roller Sandwiches, also known as pinwheels, are the perfect summer recipe.

Can I cut pinwheels the night before? ›

Can You Make Pinwheels the Day Before? Yes, you can make pinwheels the day or night before you plan to serve them. If Serving within 1 Day. Store the pinwheels at room temperature, then reheat in the oven.

How long do pinwheels need to be refrigerated before cutting? ›

You can make these the day before you're ready to serve them and keep them wrapped, whole, in the fridge for at least 4 hours or up to 24. Just before serving, slice each tortilla pinwheel in 1/2- to 3/4-inch rounds and arrange on serving plate.

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