Cucumber Cream Cheese Sandwich Rolls (Pinwheels)

Fresh party-ready bites in 25 minutes, no cook

Cool cucumber and herbed cream cheese rolled in tortillas (or layered as tea sandwiches) for crisp, tidy bites that hold up on a platter.

Why you’ll love it

• Classic cucumber cream cheese sandwiches flavor in easy roll-ups
• No-cook; perfect for quick party food appetizers and tea party food
• Make as pinwheel recipes or neat finger sandwiches
• Light, crisp, and customizable for healthy snacks recipes
• Vegetarian-friendly (receitas vegetarianas) with pantry staples

Ingredients (notes only)

Spread

• Cream cheese – room temp for smooth spreading
• Lemon juice + pinch of salt/pepper – brightness
• Dill (fresh or dried) + optional chives – classic cucumber pairing
• Garlic or onion powder – subtle savory note
• Optional: Greek yogurt or light mayo – loosens and lightens

Build

• Large flour tortillas or soft sandwich bread (crusts trimmed)
• English cucumbers – thinly sliced; pat very dry for non-soggy rolls
• Optional barrier: tender lettuce or spinach leaves for extra moisture control

Finish

• Everything bagel seasoning or extra dill for garnish
• Toothpicks for transport-friendly platters

Full amounts are in the Recipe Card below.

Step-by-step

1. Prep cucumbers: Slice very thin; spread on paper towels and pat dry.
2. Make spread: Beat cream cheese with lemon, dill, salt, pepper, and seasonings until smooth. Loosen with 1–2 tbsp yogurt if needed.
3. Assemble:
   • Pinwheels: Spread a thin, even layer over a tortilla to the edges. Add a single shingled layer of cucumber. Optional: a few spinach leaves under the cucumbers.
   • Tea sandwiches: Spread on bread slices; add cucumbers; top with a second slice.
4. Roll/chill: Roll tortillas tightly; place seam-side down. Wrap and chill 20–30 minutes for cleaner cuts.
5. Slice/trim: Trim tortilla ends; cut 1-inch pinwheels with a serrated knife. For tea sandwiches, trim crusts and cut into fingers or triangles.
6. Serve: Arrange tightly on a platter; sprinkle dill or seasoning.

Pro tips

• Use English (seedless) cucumbers for fewer seeds and less water.
• Pat cucumbers dry—this is the difference between crisp and soggy.
• Spread to the edges; that “glues” the roll.
• Chill before slicing and use a gentle sawing motion with a serrated knife.
• For travel, pack pinwheels upright in a snug container lined with paper towels.

Variations (map to interests)

• Everything Bagel Pinwheels: Add everything seasoning to the spread; finish with a pinch on top.
• Herbed Greek Yogurt Light: Swap half the cream cheese with Greek yogurt for a healthy snacks recipes angle.
• Mediterranean Veggie: Add thin ribbons of bell pepper and a sprinkle of feta (still vegetarian).
• Tea Party Classic: Bread triangles with extra-dill spread for tea party food.
• Spicy Ranch: Add 1 tsp ranch powder and a pinch of cayenne for game-day trays.
• Make it Vegan: Use dairy-free cream cheese and tortillas.

How to serve

• On a chilled platter with dill and lemon wedges.
• Pair with fruit, nuts, and a small bowl of everything seasoning for dipping.
• For tea: serve as fingers with thinly sliced radish garnish.

Make ahead & storage

• Assemble, wrap tightly, and chill up to 24 hours before slicing.
• After slicing, keep airtight up to 24 hours; line container with paper towels.
• Not freezer-friendly; cucumbers lose texture.

FAQs

How do I stop soggy pinwheels?
Pat cucumbers very dry, use a thin spread layer, add a lettuce barrier if packing ahead, and keep chilled.

Can I use regular cucumbers?
Yes. Peel, halve lengthwise, scrape seeds, slice thin, and pat dry.

Tortillas or bread?
Both work. Tortillas give tidy pinwheels; soft white or wheat bread makes classic tea sandwiches.

Can I lighten the spread?
Swap up to 50% of the cream cheese with Greek yogurt; season to taste.

What size cuts for platters?
Pinwheels: 1 inch. Tea sandwiches: fingers or triangles about 2×4 inches.

Simple Nutrition (estimate per 3 pinwheels)

Calories	Carbs	Protein	Fat	Sodium
~190	20 g	5 g	10 g	330 mg