Salmon and Cream Cheese Pinwheels
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Salmon and Cream Cheese Pinwheels

Discover how to make Smoked Salmon and Cream Cheese Pinwheels. A delicious recipe with detailed instructions.

20

Prep Time

30

Cook Time

50

Total Time

8

Servings

⏱ Cooking Timer

30:00

Minutes : Seconds

minutes
Salmon and Cream Cheese Pinwheels - Step 2

Ingredients

Instructions

1

Step 1

1. In a medium bowl, combine softened cream cheese, chopped capers, fresh dill, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard (if using). Mix until smooth and well blended.

2

Step 2

2. Lay tortillas flat on a clean work surface. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over each tortilla, leaving a small border at the edges.

3

Step 3

3. Arrange smoked salmon slices in a single layer over the cream cheese, slightly overlapping if needed.

4

Step 4

4. Sprinkle with a few grinds of black pepper.

5

Step 5

5. Starting from one edge, tightly roll each tortilla into a log shape. Wrap each log in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up (this makes slicing easier).

6

Step 6

6. Using a sharp knife, trim the ends and slice each log into 8–10 even pinwheels.

7

Step 7

7. Arrange on a serving platter, garnish with extra dill if desired, and serve chilled.

Salmon and Cream Cheese Pinwheels - Step 3

Chef's Notes

For cleaner slices, chill the rolled logs for at least 30 minutes before cutting.

Use full-fat cream cheese for the richest, smoothest texture.

If using bread instead of tortillas, trim crusts for a neater presentation.

Serving Suggestions

Serve these pinwheels alongside a crisp green salad, fresh vegetable crudités, or a light white wine spritzer. They're perfect for brunch spreads, afternoon tea, or cocktail parties.

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Salmon and Cream Cheese Pinwheels
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Salmon and Cream Cheese Pinwheels

Discover how to make Smoked Salmon and Cream Cheese Pinwheels. A delicious recipe with detailed instructions.

Servings:8
Prep:20 min
Cook:30 min

Ingredients (8)

8 oz (225 g) sliced smoked salmon
8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened at room temperature
1 tbsp capers, drained and roughly chopped
1 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped (plus extra for garnish)
2 tsp fresh lemon juice
2 large (10-inch) flour tortillas or thin sandwich bread slices
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Optional: 1 tsp Dijon mustard

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine softened cream cheese, chopped capers, fresh dill, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard (if using). Mix until smooth and well blended.
  2. Lay tortillas flat on a clean work surface. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over each tortilla, leaving a small border at the edges.
  3. Arrange smoked salmon slices in a single layer over the cream cheese, slightly overlapping if needed.
  4. Sprinkle with a few grinds of black pepper.
  5. Starting from one edge, tightly roll each tortilla into a log shape. Wrap each log in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up (this makes slicing easier).
  6. Using a sharp knife, trim the ends and slice each log into 8–10 even pinwheels.
  7. Arrange on a serving platter, garnish with extra dill if desired, and serve chilled.

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