Pin Festive tortilla wraps filled with colorful veggies, cheese, and a creamy spread, shaped like Christmas trees and crisped to perfection in the air fryer &mdash a fun, healthy, and eye-catching holiday appetizer.
I love making these for holiday parties as they are easy to prepare and always a hit with guests of all ages.
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 8 minutes or until crisp and golden. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Pin This recipe always brings my family together during the holidays. We have so much fun decorating and sharing these festive wraps.
Notes
Serve with a side of salsa, guacamole, or yogurt dip for extra flavor.
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 or cheddar, sour cream). Contains garlic (allium sensitivity). Check all ingredient labels for hidden allergens if unsure.
Pin These wraps add a festive flair to your holiday table and are sure to impress all your guests.
Recipe Q&A
- → What type of tortillas work best for these wraps?
Large spinach or regular flour tortillas hold the filling well and crisp nicely in the air fryer.
- → Can I substitute the cream cheese spread for a dairy-free option?
Yes, you can replace cream cheese with hummus or a vegan spread to suit dairy-free preferences.
- → How do I keep the wraps from unrolling during cooking?
Rolling them tightly and securing with pretzel sticks helps maintain the tree shape while air frying.
- → What veggies can I use aside from those listed?
Cucumber, purple cabbage, zucchini, or any colorful, crisp veggies work well and add variety.
- → How long should the wraps be air fried for the best texture?
Air fry at 180°C (350°F) for 6 to 8 minutes until wraps are crisp and lightly golden.
- → Can I prepare these in advance?
You can assemble the wraps ahead but air fry just before serving to maintain crispness.
