Southwestern Spicy Queso Pinwheels

Delicious crispy spiral potato on a stick with cheese sauce and herbs.
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Southwestern Spicy Queso Pinwheels

Get ready for a delightful twist on your classic American appetizer with the crispy tortilla pinwheels filled with creamy queso, spicy peppers, and melted cheese, all made in the heart of the United States.

🍽️ Snack 🌍 American 📊 Easy ⭐ 4.5/5 (590 reviews)
⏱️
25m
Prep
🔥
20m
Cook
45m
Total
👥
6
Serves
🔥
320
Cal/Serving

🛒 Ingredients

  • 6 tortillas Flour Tortilla
  • 8 oz Queso Cheese
  • 4 oz Sliced Black Pepperjack Cheese
  • 2 cups Green Chilies
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Fresh Cilantro
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Jalapeño Peppers
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil

👨‍🍳 Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

  2. 2

    In a saucepan, over low heat, melt the queso cheese until smooth.

  3. 3

    In a separate bowl, mix the chopped black pepperjack cheese, chopped green chilies, chopped cilantro, sour cream, chopped jalapeños, and salt.

  4. 4

    Place a flour tortilla on a flat surface and spread a quarter of the queso cheese on the center of the tortilla, leaving a 1-inch border at the top and bottom.

  5. 5

    Sprinkle a quarter of the cheese mixture over the queso cheese.

  6. 6

    Roll up the tortilla and cut into pinwheels.

  7. 7

    Place the pinwheels on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and drizzle with olive oil.

  8. 8

    Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.

  9. 9

    Repeat the process for the remaining tortillas and cheese mixture.

  10. 10

    Serve warm and enjoy with a side of salsa or guacamole.

💡 Pro Tips

For an extra crispy tortilla, try baking the pinwheels for an additional 5 minutes after rolling them. To freeze the pinwheels, place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and freeze for 1 hour. Store in an airtight container for up to 2 months.

📊 Nutrition per Serving

320
Calories
10g
Protein
20g
Carbs
18g
Fat
2g
Fiber
2g
Sugar
350mg
Sodium
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