Description
These homemade Antojitos are cheesy, spicy tortilla pinwheels baked to golden perfection. Made with cream cheese, peppers, jalapeños, and gooey cheddar, they’re the ultimate party appetizer or family snack.
Ingredients
4 large flour tortillas – soft, for rolling and slicing
8 oz cream cheese – softened
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese – sharp for extra flavor
½ red bell pepper – finely diced
½ green bell pepper – finely diced
¼ cup red onion – finely diced
2 tablespoons pickled jalapeños – chopped (adjust to taste)
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon paprika (smoked or sweet)
Salt & pepper – to taste
Sour cream – for dipping (optional)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a bowl, mix cream cheese, cheddar, peppers, onion, jalapeños, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until smooth.
Spread the mixture evenly over each tortilla, leaving a small border around the edges.
Roll tortillas up tightly and slice into 1–2 inch thick rounds.
Place slices cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake for 15–18 minutes, until golden brown and bubbling.
Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy with sour cream or salsa!
Notes
Make ahead by rolling and refrigerating the tortillas up to 4 hours before slicing and baking.
For extra spice, add fresh chili or more jalapeños.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 days; reheat in the oven to keep crisp.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18minutes
- Category: Appetizer / Snack
- Method: Oven-baked
- Cuisine: Canadian / Tex-Mex inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pinwheels
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Antojitos recipe, cheesy pinwheels, tortilla appetizers, homemade party snacks