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Recipe Index Ā» Holidays Ā» Pomegranate, Feta, and Chive Pinwheels

Pomegranate, Feta, and Chive Pinwheels

Published by Meaghan on November 18, 2022 | last updated on November 17, 2022.

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Festive pomegranate feta and chive pinwheels are a delicious addition to any holiday spread, pretty much any time of the day. They make an easy appetizer, snack, or light lunch or brunch.

pomegranate feta and chive pinwheels on a wooden cutting board with arils and fresh chives

My Mom used to say that at least half of her enjoyment in a dish wasn’t just taste but a colorful presentation.

She loves a vibrant presentation, and I can honestly say that I’ve come to appreciate one as well.

And these pretty pinwheels dotted with jewel red pomegranate arils and bright green chives stud a bed of snowy white feta studded in whipped cream cheese.

Talk about the total package!

pomegranate feta and chive pinwheels on a wooden cutting board with arils and fresh chives

Visually engaging with a mouth-watering flavor combination, these just beg to be included in your Christmas buffet or at any holiday party.

They make a perfect appetizer, or even a post main meal snack.

We love serving them at holiday brunches too.

And though they are absolutely stunning, they aren’t complicated to make, with only a few ingredients and a short prep.

Ingredients

To make this you’ll need:

overhead image showing the measured ingredients needed to make a batch of pomegranate feta and chive pinwheels

  • Cream cheese– Take one 8 ounce block of cream cheese and whip it with an electric mixer until it is fluffy or buy the whipped style cream cheese.
  • Feta cheese– Crumbled
  • Chives– Fresh chives chopped. Can’t find them? Use scallions.
  • Pomegranate arils– Rinsed and gently patted dry
  • Tortillas– The fajita sized ones.

How to Make

To make this delicious festive pinwheels, stir together the whipped cream cheese, feta, chives and pomegranate arils in a medium bowl.

cream cheese, feta cheese, chopped chives, and pomegranate arils in a glass mixing bowl

Then, spread the cream cheese out evenly over all four tortillas.

Roll each tortilla tightly like you would a Swiss roll.

pomegranate feta and chive filling spread on two large flour tortillas sitting on a wooden cutting board

This is really important, especially at the beginning when you start rolling.

Keeping the roll tight will prevent your pinwheels from having holes in the middle when cut.

Once rolled wrap the filled tortillas tightly in plastic wrap.

rolled tortillas filled a holiday cream cheese mixture on a wooden cutting board

Refrigerate the filled tortillas for at least one hour so they set.

Use a serrated knife to slice each tortilla into 12 pinwheels before serving.

I find it’s easiest to do this by slicing off the very ends, just the uneven bits.

sliced pomegranate feta and chive pinwheels on a white cutting board

Then cut your pinwheels in half, right down the middle, then in half again so that you have 4 equal rolls.

Slice each of these pieces into roughly even 1/3’s- leaving you with 12 almost uniform pinwheels.

Enjoy!

pomegranate feta and chive pinwheels arranged in three rows on a wooden cutting board

How Many Does This Holiday Appetizer Serve?

This recipe makes 48 pinwheels when sliced.

At 3 servings per person it would serve 16 people, and at 4 per serving 12.

Keep that in mind when planning, you may end up wanting to double (or even triple) this pinwheel recipe if feeding a crowd.

Can I make these ahead of time?

Yes! You can make them up to a day in advance.

Just wrap them in plastic as instructed and refrigerate them until just before serving.

Then slice as directed.

Storing Leftovers

Store leftover pinwheels tightly covered in the fridge for up to 3 days.

pomegranate feta and chive pinwheels on a wooden cutting board with arils and fresh chives

Tips and Tricks

  • Use the freshest tortillas possible. They will be the most pliable and easiest to roll up without cracking or breaking.
  • If you don’t have chives, you can sub very thinly sliced green onions (the green stems only) but I still prefer fresh chives when available.
  • To prevent the pomegranate seeds from dyeing the cream cheese pink when mixed together, thoroughly wash the seeds, spread them in a single layer on paper towels, and pat them completely dry before adding to the recipe.
  • You can use the pomegranate seeds you can find precleaned in a plastic container in the produce section to save time.
  • Chill the filled and rolled tortillas well before slicing them. The colder the cream cheese mixture, the firmer the pinwheels will be. This extra step and time ensures even cuts and will keep the pinwheels holding their shape during and after slicing.

pomegranate feta and chive pinwheels on a wooden cutting board with arils and fresh chives

Other Easy Pinwheels Recipes

These pomengranate, feta, and chive pinwheels are an easy way to celebrate with a beautiful dish. Make them and enjoy!

Looking for other easy pinwheel ideas  to serve for the holidays?

Try these:

  • Pesto Pinwheels
  • Copycat Costco Turkey Swiss Pinwheels
  • Chipotle Cheddar Avocado Pinwheels
  • Pizza Pinwheels
  • Chicken Cordon Bleu Pinwheels
  • Roast Beef & Cheddar Horseradish Pinwheels

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pomegranate feta and chive pinwheels on a wooden cutting board with arils and fresh chives

Pomegranate, Feta, and Chive Pinwheels

Festive pomegranate feta and chive pinwheels are a delicious addition to any holiday spread, pretty much any time of the day. They make an easy appetizer, snack, or light lunch or brunch.
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Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Chill Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 48 pinwheels
Calories: 32kcal
Author: Meaghan @ 4 Sons R Us
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Ingredients

  • 8 oz whipped cream cheese
  • 5 oz crumbled feta cheese
  • ¼ cup chives chopped
  • ⅓ cup pomegranate arils rinsed and gently patted dry
  • 4 fajita size tortillas
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Instructions

  • In a medium size bowl, stir together the cream cheese, feta, chives and pomegrante arils.
  • Spread the cream cheese out evenly over all four tortillas.
  • Roll each tortilla tightly (like you would a Swiss or jell roll) and wrap the roll in plastic wrap. Refrigerate the filled tortillas for at least one hour, or overnight if making ahead of time.
  • Use a serrated knife to slice each tortilla into 12 pinwheels before serving.

Notes

  • Use the freshest tortillas possible. They will be the most pliable and easiest to roll up without cracking or breaking.
  • If you don’t have chives, you can sub very thinly sliced green onions (the green stems only) but I still prefer fresh chives when available.
  • To prevent the pomegranate seeds from dyeing the cream cheese pink when mixed together, thoroughly wash the seeds, spread them in a single layer on paper towels, and pat them completely dry before adding to the recipe.
  • You can use the pomegranate seeds you can find precleaned in a plastic container in the produce section to save time.
  • Chill the filled and rolled tortillas well before slicing them. The colder the cream cheese mixture, the firmer the pinwheels will be. This extra step and time ensures even cuts and will keep the pinwheels holding their shape during and after slicing.

Nutrition

Calories: 32kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 65mg | Potassium: 15mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 85IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 22mg | Iron: 1mg
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recipe originally published December 8, 2015

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  1. Lorraine @ Cooking for Prince Charming says

    December 11, 2015 at 7:54 am

    What! I need this in my life! This sounds amazing! Pinning and found you on Freedom Fridays! šŸ™‚

    Reply
    • 4 Sons 'R' Us says

      December 11, 2015 at 8:18 am

      Oh, girl… these are great! You’ll be glad you got your hands on them. I love Freedom Fridays and am so glad you found your way here šŸ™‚

      Reply
  2. FrugalHausfrau says

    December 13, 2015 at 9:57 pm

    Oh, wow, here is a pinwheel I can get behind! I love these flavors, and of course will be pinning to our Throwback Thursday board!!

    Reply
  3. The Kiwi Fruit says

    December 14, 2015 at 1:01 pm

    Such a perfect little snack, I wish I could have some right now! They sound delicious!

    Reply
  4. Sonal Kalra says

    December 17, 2015 at 4:17 pm

    Sounds delicious!

    Reply
  5. Patricia says

    December 4, 2022 at 1:58 pm

    Do you think cranberries or crasins and blue cheese would work as well???
    Not a fan of poms…

    Reply
    • 4sonsrus says

      December 4, 2022 at 3:20 pm

      Absolutely!

      Reply

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