Save Festive tortilla wraps filled with colorful veggies, cheese, and a creamy spread, shaped like Christmas trees and crisped to perfection in the air fryer—a fun, healthy, and eye-catching holiday appetizer.
This recipe quickly became a holiday favorite for my family because of its festive look and delicious taste.
Ingredients
- Wraps: 4 large spinach tortillas (or regular flour tortillas)
- Spread: 100 g cream cheese, softened; 2 tbsp sour cream; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped; Salt and pepper, to taste
- Veggies: ½ red bell pepper, finely diced; ½ yellow bell pepper, finely diced; 1 small carrot, julienned or grated; 50 g baby spinach leaves, roughly chopped; 50 g shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese
- Toppings & Garnish: 16 pretzel sticks (for tree trunks); Sesame seeds or poppy seeds (optional, for snow); 1 small yellow bell pepper, sliced into stars (for tree toppers)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, sour cream, minced garlic, chives, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Step 2:
- Lay each tortilla flat and spread a quarter of the cream cheese mixture evenly over the surface.
- Step 3:
- Sprinkle spinach, carrots, red and yellow bell peppers, and shredded cheese evenly over each tortilla.
- Step 4:
- Roll up each tortilla tightly. Using a sharp knife, slice each wrap into 2-3 equal pieces on a bias to create tree-shaped segments.
- Step 5:
- Insert a pretzel stick into the base of each wrap to form the tree trunk.
- Step 6:
- Use a small star-shaped cutter to make stars from the yellow bell pepper, and press one onto the top of each wrap tree.
- Step 7:
- Optionally, sprinkle wraps with sesame or poppy seeds for a snowy effect.
- Step 8:
- Preheat the air fryer to 180°C (350°F).
- Step 9:
- Arrange wraps in the basket, cut side up, without overcrowding.
- Step 10:
- Air fry for 6–8 minutes, or until crisp and golden. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Save This dish brings smiles around the table and makes holiday gatherings extra special with its festive presentation.
Required Tools
Air fryer, mixing bowl, spatula or spoon, sharp knife, cutting board, small star-shaped cutter (optional)
Allergen Information
Contains gluten (tortillas, pretzel sticks) and dairy (cream cheese, mozzarella/cheddar, sour cream). Contains garlic (allium sensitivity). Check all ingredient labels for hidden allergens if unsure.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 165 Total Fat: 7 g Carbohydrates: 19 g Protein: 6 g per serving
Save These wraps make an easy, delightful holiday snack that’s as impressive as it is tasty.
Recipe FAQs
- → Can I use different vegetables for the wraps?
Absolutely! Feel free to substitute or add veggies like cucumber, purple cabbage, or zucchini to customize flavors and colors.
- → What are good alternatives to cream cheese in the spread?
Hummus or vegan spreads work well for a dairy-free option while keeping the creamy texture.
- → How do I achieve the tree shape with the wraps?
After spreading the filling, roll the tortillas tightly and slice on a bias into segments resembling tree shapes. Pretzel sticks serve as the trunks, and bell pepper stars make great toppers.
- → What is the best way to crisp the wraps in the air fryer?
Arrange the wrap segments cut side up without overcrowding and air fry at 180°C (350°F) for 6-8 minutes until golden and crisp.
- → Can I prepare these wraps ahead of time?
Yes, you can assemble them in advance and air fry just before serving to maintain their crispness and fresh appearance.