cream cheese roll ups
Absolutely! Here’s a recipe for Cream Cheese Roll-Ups:
Title: Cream Cheese Roll-Ups
Preparation Time: 10 minutes Chilling Time: 1 hour Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes Yield: Approximately 12 roll-ups
Ingredients:
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup finely chopped bell peppers (red, green, or a mix)
- 1/4 cup finely chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup finely chopped black olives (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 large flour tortillas (8-10 inches in diameter)
- 1/2 cup shredded lettuce (optional, for garnish)
- Salsa or sour cream for dipping (optional)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Cream Cheese Mixture:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, finely chopped bell peppers, green onions, black olives (if using), garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Assemble the Roll-Ups:
- Lay out the flour tortillas on a clean surface.
- Spread an even layer of the cream cheese mixture over each tortilla, covering the entire surface.
- Roll the Tortillas:
- Starting from one edge, tightly roll up each tortilla into a log shape.
- Repeat the process for all tortillas.
- Chill the Roll-Ups:
- Wrap each rolled tortilla in plastic wrap or parchment paper.
- Place the wrapped roll-ups in the refrigerator and chill for at least 1 hour to firm them up.
- Slice and Serve:
- Once chilled, unwrap the roll-ups and slice them into 1-inch thick rounds using a sharp knife.
- Arrange the Cream Cheese Roll-Ups on a serving platter.
- Optionally, garnish the platter with shredded lettuce for presentation.
- Serve with salsa or sour cream on the side for dipping, if desired.
Nutritional Information (per roll-up): Note: Nutritional values may vary based on specific ingredients and portion sizes.
- Calories: 90
- Total Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
- Sodium: 150mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 6g
- Dietary Fiber: 0.5g
- Sugars: 1g
- Protein: 2g
These Cream Cheese Roll-Ups are a delightful appetizer or snack that’s simple to prepare and bursting with flavors. They can be customized by adding other ingredients like chopped herbs, diced jalapeños, or even thinly sliced meats for variety. Enjoy these roll-ups as a tasty addition to any gathering or as a quick treat for yourself!
