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Easy Patriotic Pinwheels and Fruit Kabobs Recipe for Perfect Memorial Day Snacks

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A quick and colorful snack recipe featuring creamy pinwheels and festive fruit kabobs, perfect for Memorial Day gatherings and outdoor parties.

Ingredients

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  • Flour tortillas (8-inch size works best for rolling)
  • 8 ounces softened cream cheese
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise (optional but recommended)
  • Fresh spinach leaves (about 6 leaves per tortilla), washed and patted dry
  • 3–4 thin slices cooked turkey or ham (can swap for vegetarian deli slices)
  • 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup finely diced red bell pepper
  • 2 tablespoons thinly sliced green onions
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
  • Blueberries (firm, plump ones)
  • Mini marshmallows
  • Watermelon cubes (seedless, bite-size pieces)
  • Wooden or reusable skewers (6-inch length recommended)

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine 8 ounces of softened cream cheese with 2 tablespoons mayonnaise. Mix until smooth and creamy. Add finely diced red bell pepper, thinly sliced green onions, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Stir gently to evenly distribute.
  2. Place one 8-inch flour tortilla flat on a clean surface. Spread about 2 tablespoons of the cream cheese mixture evenly over the tortilla, leaving a small border around the edges.
  3. Arrange a few fresh spinach leaves over the cream cheese layer (about 6 leaves per tortilla). Then, layer slices of turkey or ham evenly on top, followed by a sprinkle of shredded cheddar cheese.
  4. Starting at one edge, roll the tortilla up tightly but gently, so the filling stays in place. Wrap the rolled tortilla tightly in plastic wrap or parchment paper to hold its shape.
  5. Place the wrapped pinwheels in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
  6. After chilling, unwrap the roll and use a sharp knife to cut into 1/2-inch slices. You should get about 8 pinwheels per tortilla. Dip the knife in warm water between cuts for cleaner slices if needed.
  7. On each skewer, alternate threading strawberries (halved), blueberries, mini marshmallows, and watermelon cubes. Aim for 3-4 pieces per skewer to keep them bite-sized and easy to handle.
  8. Place pinwheels and fruit kabobs on a festive serving platter. Garnish with fresh mint leaves or a sprinkle of shredded coconut for a snowy effect on the kabobs if desired.

Notes

Softened cream cheese is key for smooth spreading. Chill pinwheels before slicing to keep neat rounds. Use a sharp serrated knife for clean cuts. Prepare cream cheese filling a day ahead for convenience. Use fresh, firm fruit to avoid soggy kabobs. Fruit kabobs are best eaten the same day. Pinwheels can be frozen before slicing for up to 1 month.

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