These Bacon Cheddar Ranch Pinwheel appetizers are the ultimate party food! Loaded with bacon, cheddar cheese, and creamy ranch flavor, these easy roll-ups are sure to become a new favorite appetizer recipe. Not only are they super quick and easy to make, but they’re easy to transport, too. Which makes them perfect parties, picnics, or game days!
So. We made it back from the waterpark all in one piece. Hooray! And…believe it or not…we had fun! I’m always a bit skeptical, since waterparks aren’t totally my thing…but at the end of the day, you really can’t beat a little time away.
Because even though we spend a lot of time together at home, time away is just different. It looks different, it feels different, and it brings out different sides in people. Some good, some bad, and some just downright funny.
I guess that’s what 3 days of too much sugar, not enough sleep, and all the swimming you can handle will do to people! And by people, I especially mean Nora. And it makes sense…since Nora is constantly trying to keep up with her big sisters in their bedtimes, their sugar consumption, and their bravery at the waterpark. Needless to say, by the end of the trip, we had one very over tired 5 year old who was definitely giving us a run for our money.
But not before she gave us a dinner full of laughs….a night which I can safely say none of us will soon forget. It was our last dinner there, after a full day spent at the waterpark, and we were waiting for our food to arrive.
And then, out of nowhere, Nora started telling us all about her secret crush – a boy in her class named Jack – which came as a surprise to everyone.
And she didn’t just mention it and move on….no, she kept going and going, and everything that came out of her mouth was funnier than the next. And for those 10 minutes at dinner, little Nora seemed so much older than 5. And for the first time in a while, she really was keeping up with her big sisters.
After dinner, of course, the over-tiredness kicked in and we remembered she’s only 5 and we knew we’d have hell to pay for our weekend away. But you know what? It was all worth it. For the same reason it’s worth it to let our kids stay up on New Year’s Eve or sleep in one another’s beds or watch the Super Bowl all the way to the end. Because sometimes it’s those little moments that carry the memories. And the laughs. And the magic.
Speaking of magic, these Bacon Cheddar Ranch Pinwheel appetizers are nothing short of magical, and definitely perfect for your next Super Bowl party! They can be made ahead or easily whipped up at the last minute…and you can’t go wrong with the bacon cheddar ranch flavor combo. They’re one of our favorite game day appetizers!
If you love bacon cheddar ranch as much as we do, I would highly recommend trying my Bacon Cheddar Ranch Chicken Salad and my Bacon Cheddar Ranch Chicken Noodle Soup. I’m telling you….you can’t. go. wrong!
HOW DO YOU MAKE TORTILLA ROLL-UPS?
- Start with soft tortillas. This ensures they won’t crack when rolling them up.
- Use room temperature cream cheese, which makes for easier mixing and spreading.
- Be sure your toppings are evenly distributed so you get every flavor in every bite.
- Roll them tightly. The tighter they are rolled, the easier they are to eat!
- If making them in advance, wrap them in plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to serve. Then simply remove from the refrigerator, cut, and serve.
This Bacon Cheddar Ranch Pinwheels are like little bites of heaven. So easy, so delicious, and guaranteed to make everyone happy And you never know….they might even bring out some secrets! (OR….a Super Bowl win!)
Bacon Cheddar Ranch Pinwheels
Ingredients
- 8 oz. cream cheese softened
- 1/4 c. ranch dressing
- 1/2 c. finely shredded cheddar cheese
- 6 pieces bacon cooked and chopped
- 1 Tbsp. minced chives
- flour tortillas 6 small or 3 large
Instructions
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In a small mixing bowl, combine cream cheese and ranch dressing. Mix until smooth.
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Stir in cheddar cheese, bacon, and chives.
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Spread in a generous layer over tortillas.
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Roll tortillas tightly and slice into 1 inch pieces.
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Bacon Cheddar Ranch Pinwheels
These Bacon Cheddar Ranch Pinwheels are the perfect party food! Loaded with bacon, cheddar cheese, and creamy ranch flavor, they're sure to become your new favorite party appetizer!
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 1/4 cup ranch dressing
- 1/2 cup finely shredded cheddar cheese
- 6 pieces bacon (cooked and chopped)
- 1 Tablspoon minced chives
- flour tortillas (6 small or 3 large)
Instructions
- In a small mixing bowl, combine cream cheese and ranch dressing. Mix until smooth.
- Stir in cheddar cheese, bacon, and chives.
- Spread in a generous layer over tortillas.
- Roll tortillas tightly and slice into 1 inch pieces.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 24 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 73Total Fat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 126mgCarbohydrates: 2gFiber: 0gSugar: 0gProtein: 2g
Kelly - A Side of Sweet says
Yum! This looks like the perfect appetizer or snack!
ila says
can they be made the day before
Debbie Hargrove says
Do you have to do anything to the tortilla before you roll it.? Such as warm it or cook it?
Becca says
Room temperature would be best.
Laura says
No, just as they are. I refrigerate mine before serving.
Becca says
Yes
Dorothy at Shockingly Delicious says
These sound delicious! What a perfect treat to take to a party!
Amanda | The Chunky Chef says
Such an awesome party food!! I love little bites like this 🙂
Erin @ The Speckled Palate says
These wraps sound like the BEST kind of appetizer for a football-centric get-together. I can see them flying off the table at our house for sure. 😉
Katie says
Oooh, these are so gooood! Thanks for sharing. They are a meal in itself with bacon, impossible to eat just one!
Delish!
Cathy Trochelman says
Thanks, Katie! Glad I could share them with you!
Brenda Emslander says
Cathy, about how many does this recipe make? thanks
Cathy Trochelman says
It makes about 24 bite sized pieces.
Harry says
Excellent..my second go at it, i added a half cup of pickled banana peppers. Next batch, gonna zing it a little louder with Habaneros and Jalapenos .
Kimberly @ The Daring Gourmet says
That’s the perfect kind of party food!
Erin @ Texanerin Baking says
Aww! A secret crush! How cute. 🙂 And these look SO yummy!
Pru Collins says
they look yummy all my favorite flavours in a neat package
Pamela Hoebeke says
I used to make them long ago and had forgotten about them. Thanks for the reminder and yes they are awesome!!!! I thinkI I will make some this weekend.
Kristen Chidsey says
Simple, yet absolutely perfect in flavor!
Jess says
So glad you enjoyed your time away! I love going away with the family too! These pinwheels look delicious- especially with football ahead this weekend!!!! Thanks for sharing!
Jenni says
What a great party food! I bet these don’t last long!
Patricia Brueckner says
I make deviled eggs with this filling!! Absolutely scrumptious!! <3
Jude Gelinas says
Do you just add the mashed up yokes to all the other ingredients?
Cathy Trochelman says
There are no eggs in this recipe 🙂
Wendy mae says
When you use this for devilled eggs do you add the mashed yolks in with the cream cheese and other ingredients ?
cathy @ noble pig says
I am loving the looks and sound of this awesome Game Day app!
Lana says
Hi
Quick question- Do the tortillas stay together or do you have to use a toothpick to hold them?
Thanks
Cathy Trochelman says
They should stay together with the cream cheese! (Be sure you spread it close to the edges) 🙂
Helen Ogilvie says
Do they need to be refrigerated or serve right away?
Vickie says
I refrigerate for a hour or longer , a lot easier
to cute!!
Tina says
How about overnight??
Elaine says
They do best if you wrap them tightly in plastic wrap and chill a couple hours to firm up. I gave my tortillas a quick zap in the microwave to make them more flexible for rolling. To cold or dry wil make them crack. Be sure to get filling spread completely to the edge as that is the “glue” factor.
Judy Mowry says
My husbands family is planning an open house 90th birthday for their mom. These look oh so easy. My question is how do I figure the ingredients for 125 guests?
Barb says
I was wondering the same thing and if they could be made in advance and either chilled or frozen
janice says
she says in another post this recipe makes about 24 rolls
janice says
bite size rolls that is 🙂
Tony kaiser says
This is really good I added chicken to the mixture so it goes farther.
paula says
they look delicious! can they be made ahead of time and refrigerated overnight and still taste wonderful?
Mary Jean says
I, too, have made these with added chicken and layered them with damp paper towels between each layer in a large plastic container in the fridge a day ahead. They were just fine. Don’t over wet the paper towels; just dampen them a little.
Sandra Fortman says
Made these for a party at work what a hit and so easy made them a day ahead worked out great
Pamela says
Husband just told me “Oops,I have to have finger food at the office tomorrow “. This sounds wonderful. Thanks
Ann Decoteau says
Is the ranch dressing the liquid or the powder?
Thank you
Ann
Cathy Trochelman says
I used regular ranch dressing.
Brenda sams says
Is this the Dry Ranch dressing or the 1 in a bottle???
Jess says
I live in Europe – what is your regular ranch dressing – liquid or powder? We can get a dry powder mix here called Ranch.
Jessica says
Sorry I’ve seen the answer below now! Could you suggest a substitute / simple alternative recipe for the dressing?
Heather says
Does this call for regular ranch dressing or the powder?
Cathy Trochelman says
I used regular ranch dressing.
Jan hunter says
Flour or corn tortillas?
Cathy Trochelman says
Flour!
Carolyn says
Is it the Dry mix or the liquid Ranch dresses
Kim says
liquid
Regina Evans says
Can this be made ahead of time and refrigerated?
Mely says
Are the tortillas suppose to be cold? Or do you heat them and let them cool off?
Alison says
Can these be baked and served hot?
Jude Gelinas says
These were awesome – used Aldi’s cream cheese with chives cause that’s what I had !
Laurie says
My daughter is getting married this weekend and I was considering fixing these for the reception. Do you think these are a good idea for a wedding?
Carol Langston says
These pinwheels were amazing!! So tasty!! So easy to make!
Patricia says
Hi there do you put these in the Oven? too Heat or just eat them like that?
Also looks Yummy i will be making these that is for sure Thank-you for the Recipe
Hugs Patricia
Paula says
Do you know how many net carbs per serving? Thanks
Carla B Warden says
Would like to make these for my daughter and her family to take with them on vacation, I want to make them in advance can I freeze them
Michelle says
Cream cheese does not freeze well.
Marlene Rigoli says
Do you heat up the flour tortillas or serve them cold?
Lovta Cook says
People…read the recipe! Do not heat the tortillas, serve cold, flour tortillas,liquid ranch dressing, must not be a lot of cooks reading this. Sorry….just read!!
Kat says
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Lexy says
No one answered if they can be made a day ahead. Anyone out there do that? How did they turn out?
Sally says
Someone commented that they made them the night before and they turned out great. I’m thinking of doing a little at both times to experiment.
Alice says
Can make ahead they hold up well!
Erika says
I have made them ahead several times and refrigerated them and they were great. I like them better when they are cooked a little in the oven. I heat them at 400 degrees for about 4 minutes per side. They are one of my daughter’s favorite appetizers.
nancy mccullough says
PIN button?
Debbie says
These look really good.. I am going to try them. I think the spinach tortilla would be a good substitute and be eye appealing and also I am going to add fresh minced jalapeno…
Amy w says
I was thinking about adding a little chicken to the mix. Any thoughts?
Cathy Trochelman says
It would be delicious!
Leslie says
Can you make the filling about a week and a half in advance and then fill the tortillas? The filling would be kept in the fridge.
Margaret Petersib says
Do you have the nutritional information on this recipe as far as calories, sat. fat, sugars and protein?
Ginger says
Looking for nutritional information (on sodium and carbs especially) please as we need heart healthy and I am diabetic. Thanks!
Sue says
You can go to an online nutrition calculator, enter the ingredients and number of servings and it will figure it for you.
Ardith says
Any idea how many carbs in this?
Connoe says
Why are you saying flour tortillas not corn! For a diebetic shouldn’t have all that flour?
Cathy Trochelman says
Flour tortillas roll & slice better than corn, which tend to break.
Cathy Trochelman says
You can absolutely use corn if that’s what you prefer or need to use for dietary reasons.
shar s. says
thank you for sharing and i like the deviled egg suggestion also????
G. Grassman says
Can you substitute chicken for bacon?
Cathy Trochelman says
Absolutely, if you prefer chicken go for it!
Cathy says
When you say ranch dressing…do you mean powder or jarred?
Cathy Trochelman says
Sorry, I should specify! I mean prepared ranch dressing.
Bob & Linda Smith says
I made these with my own little (lol) hands. That is an accomplishment in its self because I can’t cook. My wife, bless her heart does the cooking in our home. They turned out great and we will do it again. Thanks….
Sharon says
I use the dry ranch dressing. Some regular and some spicy. I’d be afraid the mixture would be too soupy if I used the bottled dressing. But then that’s me.
Debbie Carlson says
I am probably one of the few people on this planet who doesn’t care for Ranch dressing. I’m wondering if bleu cheese dressing would work as a substitute. What do you think?
Sarah says
These were delicious! My only qualm is that the serving size was set to 24. I doubled the recipe and it will definitely feed no more than 6-8 people. This is disappointing, as I’ve not made enough for my party.
Donalda says
I think that the 24 servings is 24 slices. If you have 3 8 inch wraps, and cut them 1 inch thick, you end up with 8 slices of each hence 24 servings.
Julie says
I do my have chives in hand. Any recommended substitute for an amazing taste?