Caprese Pinwheels 🍅🌿🧀 Fresh, Herby, and Bursting With Tomato-Basil-Mozzarella Goodness in Every Bite

Think bite-sized Caprese salad meets tortilla roll-up: creamy herbed spread, juicy tomatoes, soft mozzarella, and fragrant basil all swirled together into one satisfying, no-bake snack. They’re simple, colorful, and totally crowd-pleasing.

Ingredients (Makes ~20–24 pinwheels)

For the spread

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1 tbsp basil pesto (or 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning)
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• Salt and black pepper to taste

For the filling

• 3 large flour tortillas (plain, spinach, or tomato basil)
• ¾ cup shredded or thinly sliced mozzarella (fresh or low-moisture)
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, finely diced or thinly sliced
• ½ cup fresh basil leaves, roughly chopped
• Optional: drizzle of balsamic glaze for serving

Instructions

Step 1: Make the spread

• In a bowl, mix cream cheese, pesto, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.

Step 2: Prep the veggies

• Dice or thinly slice tomatoes. Pat dry with a paper towel to reduce moisture. Chop basil.

Step 3: Assemble

• Spread a layer of cream cheese mixture over each tortilla.
• Sprinkle mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil evenly across. Press down lightly.

Step 4: Roll and chill

• Roll tortillas tightly. Wrap in plastic wrap and chill for 30–60 minutes to firm up.

Step 5: Slice and serve

• Unwrap and slice into ¾-inch pinwheels. Optional: drizzle with balsamic glaze just before serving for a sweet-tangy finish.

Flavor Variations

• Use sun-dried tomatoes instead of fresh for deeper flavor
• Add avocado or arugula for a creamy or peppery kick
• Swap cream cheese for whipped ricotta or goat cheese
• Try marinated mozzarella or burrata for extra richness
• Use flavored wraps for color and added taste

Pro Tips

• Pat tomatoes dry to avoid soggy rolls
• Use room-temp cream cheese for easier spreading
• Chill before slicing for clean, round edges
• Roll tightly and slice with a serrated knife

Final Thoughts

Caprese Pinwheels are crisp, creamy, and full of garden-fresh flair — the kind of snack that’s simple but looks (and tastes) like summer on a plate. They’re as welcome at a picnic as they are on a party platter.

Roll it. Slice it. Drizzle and serve. 🍅🌿🧀

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