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Taco Tortilla Roll-Ups: A Fun and Flavorful Appetizer


  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 24 roll ups 1x

Description

Taco Tortilla Roll-Ups are a quick and easy party appetizer featuring creamy, cheesy taco flavors in bite-sized form. Perfect for game days, potlucks, or casual gatherings, these no-bake roll-ups are make-ahead friendly and always a crowd favorite.


Ingredients

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  • 5 medium (8-inch) flour tortillas
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 tbsp taco seasoning
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup Rotel tomatoes with green chilies, drained
  • 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
  • 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled ground beef (optional)
  • 1/4 cup black olives, sliced (optional)
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, taco seasoning, and sour cream until well blended.
  2. Stir in the drained Rotel tomatoes, ensuring excess liquid is removed to prevent soggy tortillas.
  3. Mix in the chopped green onions and any optional ingredients such as ground beef, black olives, or cilantro.
  4. Lay out the flour tortillas and evenly spread the mixture over each, leaving a small border around the edges.
  5. Roll each tortilla tightly and place seam-side down.
  6. Wrap the rolled tortillas in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up.
  7. Once chilled, slice the tortillas into 1-inch thick roll-ups.
  8. Arrange on a serving platter and garnish with extra green onions or cilantro if desired.
  9. Serve with salsa, guacamole, or ranch dressing for dipping.

Notes

  • Storage: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Freezing: Not recommended due to texture changes in the cream cheese filling.
  • Serving: Best served chilled or at room temperature.
  • Customization: Adjust spice levels by using mild or hot Rotel tomatoes and taco seasoning.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • chill time: 1 hour
  • Category: appetizer
  • Method: no bake
  • Cuisine: mexican inspired

Keywords: Taco roll-ups, tortilla pinwheels, no-bake appetizer, party snack, easy Mexican appetizer