Thanksgiving Turkey Cranberry Pinwheels Recipe

Creamy, savory, sweet, and festive bite-sized rollups with roasted turkey, cranberry sauce, herbs, and cream cheese — wrapped in soft tortillas and sliced into elegant spirals.

⭐ INGREDIENTS (Makes 24–32 pinwheels)

Base Filling

4 large flour tortillas (10–12 inch, soft and fresh)
8 oz (226 g) cream cheese, softened
¼ cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt (for spreadability)
1 cup cooked turkey breast, finely chopped or shredded
½ cup whole-berry cranberry sauce (not gel)
½ cup shredded sharp cheddar or Monterey Jack (optional but flavorful)

Crunch + Freshness

⅓ cup celery, finely diced
⅓ cup green onions, thinly sliced
¼ cup dried cranberries, chopped
¼ cup pecans or walnuts, finely chopped (optional for holiday crunch)

Seasoning & Herbs

½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp onion powder
¼ tsp salt (adjust depending on turkey saltiness)
¼ tsp black pepper
1–2 tsp fresh rosemary or thyme, minced
1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
1–2 tsp lemon juice (balances sweetness)

🧑‍🍳 STEP-BY-STEP (Professional Method)

1. Prepare the Cream Base

In a medium bowl, beat together:

Softened cream cheese
Mayonnaise/Greek yogurt
Garlic powder
Onion powder
Salt + pepper
Lemon juice

Beat until smooth, fluffy, and spreadable.

High Value Tip:
A well-whipped base prevents tearing the tortillas and ensures even filling.

2. Fold in the Flavor Components

Add and gently fold:

Turkey
Celery
Green onions
Dried cranberries
Nuts (if using)
Cheese (if using)

Do not overmix — chunks should stay visible.

3. Spread the Cranberry Layer

Spread a thin layer of whole-berry cranberry sauce over each tortilla — leaving ½ inch around the edges.

This acts like the “glue” and gives that Thanksgiving hit of sweetness + tartness.

4. Add the Cream Cheese–Turkey Mixture

Spread ¼ of the mixture over each tortilla, evenly and smoothly.

Keep the layer thin and even — too thick makes rolling difficult.

5. Roll Tightly

Starting from one side, roll each tortilla into a snug, firm log.

Pro technique:
Once rolled, wrap each log in plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 1 hour (or up to 12 hours).
This is crucial — it firms the filling and gives clean slices.

6. Slice Into Pinwheels

Use a very sharp knife
Trim the ends
Slice into ¾–1 inch pinwheels
Wipe the knife between cuts for perfect spirals

🍽️ SERVING IDEAS (Holiday Presentation)

Classic Display

Arrange spirals on a platter in a circular wreath shape. Garnish with:

Fresh rosemary sprigs
Cranberries
Orange zest

Charcuterie Board Style

Serve alongside:

Crackers
Grapes
Sliced apples
Cheddar cubes
Smoked almonds

Lunch/Brunch Style

Serve with:

Mixed greens
A light vinaigrette
Extra cranberry sauce on the side

🎉 VARIATIONS (High Value Options)

1. Turkey–Bacon Ranch Pinwheels

Add:

¼ cup ranch
½ cup cooked bacon
Omit cranberry sauce

2. Apple Herb Turkey Pinwheels

Add:

½ cup finely diced apple
Extra thyme
1 tbsp Dijon mustard

3. Sweet–Savory Deluxe

Replace cranberry sauce with:

Fig jam
Pepper jelly
Apple butter

Excellent with smoked turkey.

🔥 HIGH VALUE CHEF TIPS

Use room-temperature cream cheese → prevents tearing tortillas.
Dry turkey first → blot moisture so filling doesn’t become watery.
Use whole-berry cranberry sauce → better texture than smooth gel.
Chill before slicing → creates clean, professional spirals.
Wheat or spinach tortillas add color and help hold shape.

🧊 STORAGE

Refrigerator: 24 hours (best within 12 hours)
Do NOT freeze: tortillas become soggy
Keep tightly wrapped to prevent drying

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Thanksgiving Recipe Ingredients

* 1 can (8 oz) Pillsbury® refrigerated crescent dinner rolls or 1 can (8 oz) Pillsbury® Crescent Recipe Creations® refrigerated seamless dough sheet
* 4 tablespoons cranberry chutney (from 9.4-oz jar) or whole berry cranberry sauce (from 16-oz can)
* 4 slices (about 5 oz) thinly sliced turkey breast
* 2/3 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Thanksgiving Recipe Instructions

* Heat oven to 375°F. Spray large cookie sheet with cooking spray.
* If using crescent rolls: Unroll dough; press into 12x8-inch rectangle, firmly pressing perforations to seal.
* If using dough sheet: Unroll dough; press into 12x8-inch rectangle.
* Spread cranberry chutney on top of rectangle, within 1/4 inch of edges. Arrange sliced turkey evenly over cranberry chutney. Sprinkle shredded cheese over sliced turkey.
* Starting with longest side, roll up; pinch long side to seal. With serrated knife, cut into 24 slices. Place cut side down on cookie sheet.
* Bake 10 to 15 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from cookie sheets. And the Thanksgiving Recipe of turkey cranberry is ready to serve warm. ...enjoy the turkey !
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