Pickle Dip Pinwheels
If you’re looking for easy pickle snacks you’ve come to the right place. Pinwheel sandwiches are a party favorite and great for entertaining!
Pickle Dip Pinwheels, are made with flour tortillas, cream cheese, dill pickle spears, ham, and ranch seasoning to amp up the flavor a notch.
So are pickle dip pinwheels a snack, an easy lunch idea, or an appetizer?
I’ll let you decide, what I will say is ham and dill pickle dip pinwheels are great for summer barbecues, holiday entertaining, and the best football appetizer.
If you need a last minute side for a summer picnic, baby shower, Easter lunch idea. Or you are looking for an easy recipe for holiday entertaining.
Pickle dip pinwheels are the best side and great for any occasion.
Why You’ll Love Pickle Dip Pinwheels
Best make ahead recipe – These pickle roll ups only take 10 minutes to make. The best part about this side is all you do is roll up all ingredients into a flour tortilla and let them marinate in the refrigerator for 1 hour. That way, all those flavors meld together. You can even make pickle roll ups the night before your event for easier planning.
Only 6 ingredients – With just 6 ingredients this appetizer is easy to prepare and can be ready in a snap. Which makes for the perfect snack.
Perfect for entertaining – If you need an easy snack for movie night, a side for summer barbecuing, holiday entertaining, or an appetizer for football parties. Ham and dill pickle pinwheels are just the nibble you’re looking for.
A real crowd pleaser – I usually have to double this recipe when serving a crowd, as they tend to disappear fast. I should know, because when I set it out my kids devour this dish along with their friends.
Looking for more pickle snacks? Dill Pickle Dip is another popular recipe that’s as simple to make as pickle dip pinwheels.
Ham and Dill Pickle Pinwheels Recipe
Ingredients Needed
- Cream Cheese
- Ham
- Dill Pickle Spears
- Ranch Seasoning
- Green Onions
- Tortillas (8 inch)
Cream Cheese – I used Philadelphia full-fat cream cheese for more body. Feel free to use reduced fat if you’d like.
Ham – Krakus Polish Ham was my ham of choice. I get mine sliced from the deli. You may also try diced ham for chunkier pickle rolls.
Dill Pickle Spears – refrigerated dill pickle spears are my favorite because they are crisp. Hamburger dill pickle chips, whole pickles, baby dill pickles are also good options.
Tortillas – I used “8 inch” flour tortillas.
Ranch Seasoning – is all the seasonings you need for a delicious party snack or make ahead lunch.
How to Make Pickle Dip Pinwheel
- Blot off as much water as possible from deli ham and pickles. Then, dice ham and pickles into tiny pieces and set aside.
- In a medium sized bowl, beat your softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Fold in diced ham, pickles, and ranch seasoning mix. Stir until well combined.
- Spread cream cheese mixture evenly on each tortilla leaving about 1/2 inch on the side and roll up tightly.
- Wrap pickle dip pinwheels tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 hour in the fridge.
- Remove from the refrigerator and slice into “1 inch” rounds.
Recipe Tips
Here are a few simple tips and tricks for the best pickle dip pinwheels.
Make sure cream cheese is softened, At room temperature for easier spreading. Sit cream cheese out on the counter for 30 minutes and prepare your next steps.
Beat cream cheese, with a handheld mixer on high until whipped (about 1-2 minutes)
Blot off any water from pickles and ham, To ensure pickle dip pinwheels are not watery. I like to blot off the ham and pickles with paper towels very well until all water is absorbed.
Use a sharp knife, When cutting pinwheels to get clean even cuts and makes for easier slicing.
The longer the tortilla pinwheels marinate, The better the flavor and they are way easier to slice. Refrigerate for a minimum of 1-3 hours before slicing.
If you plan to make pinwheels ahead of time, Make 24 hours in advance and no longer than that. Otherwise tortillas could become soggy.
Recipe Variations
What I love about pinwheel recipes is how versatile they are. Here are a few variations.
Want to make pickle pinwheels low carb? Skip the flour tortillas and make these Ham and Dill Pickle Roll Ups. They make a delicious snack and keto friendly appetizer.
Add fresh herbs for a vibrant flavorful taste, Some of my personal favorites are fresh dill and parsley.
Add some chopped veggies, nothing is better than freshly chopped veggies. Lettuce and spinach are great options and as long as I dice them up teeny tiny my kids enjoy them too.
If you plan to add fresh veggies make the pickle pinwheels the day of your event and refrigerate pinwheels for 1 hour and serve immediately.
For a spicy kick, Add diced banana peppers or diced jalapenos.
More Pinwheel Recipes
Pickle Dip Pinwheels
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup ham, diced (about 6 slices)
- 2/3 cup refrigerated dill pickle spears, diced ( about 3-4 pickle spears)
- 1 tablespoon ranch seasoning mix
- 1 teaspoon green onions, chopped
- 4 (8-inch) flour tortillas
Instructions
- Blot off as much water as possible from deli ham and pickles. Then, dice ham and pickles into tiny pieces and set aside.
- In a medium sized bowl, beat your softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Fold in diced ham, pickles, and ranch seasonings. Stir until well combined.
- Spread cream cheese mixture evenly on each tortilla leaving about 1/2 inch on the side and roll up tightly.
- Wrap pickle dip pinwheels tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 hour in the fridge.
- Remove from the refrigerator and slice into "1 inch" rounds.
Notes
- Make sure cream cheese is softened, At room temperature for easier spreading. Sit cream cheese out on the counter for 30 minutes and prepare your next steps.
- Blot off any water from pickles and ham, To ensure pickle dip pinwheels are not watery. I like to blot off the ham and pickles with paper towels very well until all water is absorbed.
- Use a sharp0 knife, When cutting pinwheels to get clean even cuts and makes for easier slicing.
- The longer the tortilla pinwheels marinate, The better the flavor and they are way easier to slice. Refrigerate for a minimum of 1-3 hours before slicing.
- If you plan to make pinwheels ahead of time, Make 24 hours in advance and no longer than that. Otherwise tortillas could become soggy.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 20 pinwheels Serving Size: 2 pinwheelsAmount Per Serving: Calories: 155Total Fat: 9gCholesterol: 8mgSodium: 547mgCarbohydrates: 12gFiber: .4gSugar: 2gProtein: 3.26g