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Two savory high protein breakfast pinwheels served on a dark plate, showing a flaky, golden-brown pastry filled with egg and bacon.
Callie Brooks

The 5 Best High Protein Pinwheels Recipes

These high protein pinwheels are flavorful, meal-prep friendly, and satisfying. Great for lunches, snacks, or party appetizers—each version offers a different twist, from Italian deli classics to spicy buffalo chicken or vegetarian hummus-packed rolls.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Servings: 20 –25 pinwheels per variation
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 240
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Classic Italian Pinwheels ~25g Protein Per Serving
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt for more protein
  • 1 packet 0.7 oz Italian dressing mix
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 4 oz pepperoni chopped
  • 4 oz salami chopped
  • 4 slices provolone cheese chopped
  • 1/2 cup roasted red peppers drained and chopped
  • 1/4 cup banana peppers drained and chopped
  • 2 Tbsp fresh parsley chopped
  • 4-5 large 10 inch flour or whole wheat tortillas
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  • Spicy Buffalo Chicken Pinwheels ~30g Protein Per Serving
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/3 cup buffalo-style hot sauce like Frank's RedHot
  • 1 packet 1 oz dry ranch seasoning mix
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 green onions thinly sliced
  • 1 celery stalk finely diced
  • 4-5 large 10 inch flour tortillas
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  • High-Protein Vegetarian "Rainbow" Pinwheels ~18g Protein Per Serving
  • 1 cup hummus
  • 1 can 15 oz chickpeas, rinsed, drained, and roughly mashed
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1 large carrot shredded
  • 1 cup fresh spinach
  • 1 red bell pepper finely diced
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill or parsley
  • Juice of 1/2 lemon
  • 4-5 large spinach or whole wheat tortillas
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  • Turkey & Cheddar Ranch Pinwheels ~28g Protein Per Serving
  • 4 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 packet 1 oz dry ranch seasoning mix
  • 1 lb sliced deli turkey patted dry
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup crisp lettuce like romaine, shredded
  • 4-5 large whole wheat or low-carb tortillas
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  • Savory Breakfast Egg & Bacon Pinwheels ~22g Protein Per Serving
  • 6 large eggs scrambled
  • 6 slices of cooked bacon or turkey bacon crumbled
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup spinach wilted into the eggs while scrambling
  • 4 oz cream cheese softened (to act as a binder)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4-5 large whole wheat tortillas

Method
 

  1. Classic Italian Pinwheels 
  2. In a large bowl, mix cream cheese, sour cream, Italian dressing mix, and garlic powder until smooth.
  3.  Fold in pepperoni, salami, provolone, red peppers, banana peppers, and parsley.
  4.  Spread the mixture evenly on each tortilla, leaving a 1/2-inch border.
  5.  Roll each tortilla tightly, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for 2 hours.
  6.  Slice into 1-inch pinwheels and serve.
  7. Spicy Buffalo Chicken Pinwheels 
  8.  Mix cream cheese, Greek yogurt, hot sauce, and ranch seasoning until combined.
  9.  Stir in chicken, cheddar cheese, green onions, and celery.
  10.  Spread over tortillas, roll tightly, wrap, and chill for 2 hours.
  11.  Slice into pinwheels before serving.
  12. High-Protein Vegetarian "Rainbow" Pinwheels 
  13.  In a bowl, combine mashed chickpeas, feta, dill, and lemon juice.
  14.  Spread hummus on tortillas.
  15.  Top with chickpea mix, spinach, carrots, and bell pepper.
  16.  Roll, wrap, and chill 1 hour.
  17.  Slice and serve.
  18. Turkey & Cheddar Ranch Pinwheels
  19. Mix cream cheese, yogurt, and ranch seasoning.
  20.  Spread on tortillas.
  21. Layer turkey, cheddar, and lettuce.
  22. Roll up, chill 1 hour, then slice.
  23. Savory Breakfast Egg & Bacon Pinwheels
  24.  Scramble eggs with spinach, crumble bacon.
  25.  Let cool.
  26. Spread cream cheese on tortillas.
  27.  Top with egg mixture, bacon, and cheese.
  28. Roll up, serve warm or cold.
  29.  Slice into pinwheels.

Nutrition

Serving: 4-5 piecesCalories: 240kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1g

Notes

Chill time improves texture and flavor in all versions.
You can substitute dairy-free options for cream cheese or yogurt if needed.
Meal prep friendly—store tightly wrapped in fridge for up to 3 days.
Use a serrated knife for cleaner slices.

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