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The holiday season is a joyful time filled with celebration, family gatherings, and delectable treats that create lasting memories. One delightful addition to your festive menu could be the scrumptious Festive Christmas Cranberry Roll-Ups. These bite-sized delights are not only visually appealing but also harmoniously blend the tartness of cranberries with the creamy sweetness of a rich filling. Perfectly suited as a dessert or an appetizer, these roll-ups bring warmth and cheer to any gathering, making them an unforgettable offering during the celebration of Christmas and beyond.

Festive Christmas Cranberry Roll-Ups Recipe

These festive cranberry roll-ups are a delightful treat featuring a creamy filling and a tangy cranberry sauce, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12
Calories 150 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup water
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon freshly grated orange zest
  • 1 package 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • ¼ cup chopped pecans optional
  • ¼ cup dried cranberries for garnish
  • Fresh mint leaves for garnish

Instructions

  • In a medium saucepan, combine cranberries, granulated sugar, and water. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 10-15 minutes until thickened.
  • Stir in vanilla extract and orange zest, then cool completely.
  • In a mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and ground cinnamon until smooth.
  • Spread cream cheese mixture on a flour tortilla, leaving a ½-inch border.
  • Spoon cranberry sauce over the cream cheese layer and sprinkle with pecans if desired.
  • Tightly roll the tortilla, tucking in the edges as you go.
  • Repeat with remaining tortillas.
  • Cut each rolled tortilla into 1-inch pieces.
  • Arrange roll-ups on a platter, garnish with dried cranberries and mint leaves.
  • Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving for best flavor.

Notes

Chilling the roll-ups enhances the flavors.
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