Pin it 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.
I first made these wraps for a holiday party and everyone loved the unique tree shapes and fresh flavors.
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
- Mix Spread:
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, sour cream, minced garlic, chives, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Prep Tortillas:
- Lay each tortilla flat and spread a quarter of the cream cheese mixture evenly over the surface.
- Add Veggies:
- Sprinkle spinach, carrots, red and yellow bell peppers, and shredded cheese evenly over each tortilla.
- Roll and Slice:
- 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.
- Add Trunks:
- Insert a pretzel stick into the base of each wrap to form the tree trunk.
- Add Toppers:
- Use a small star-shaped cutter to make stars from the yellow bell pepper and press one onto the top of each wrap tree.
- Add Snow:
- Optionally, sprinkle wraps with sesame or poppy seeds for a snowy effect.
- Preheat Air Fryer:
- Preheat the air fryer to 180℃ (350℉).
- Arrange Wraps:
- Arrange wraps in the basket, cut side up, without overcrowding.
- Air Fry:
- Air fry for 6–8 minutes, or until crisp and golden. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Pin it My family especially enjoys assembling the little trees together before cooking, making it a fun holiday activity.
Notes
Use any colorful veggies you prefer: cucumber, purple cabbage, or zucchini work well. Serve with a side of salsa, guacamole, or yogurt dip for extra flavor.
Tools Required
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 it These wraps are a festive and healthy appetizer perfect for holiday gatherings and snack time.
Recipe FAQs
- → What type of tortillas work best?
Spinach tortillas lend vibrant color and pair well with the veggie filling, but regular flour tortillas also work perfectly.
- → Can I customize the vegetable fillings?
Yes, you can swap or add veggies like cucumber, purple cabbage, or zucchini to suit your taste and available ingredients.
- → How can I make these wraps dairy-free?
Replace cream cheese and shredded cheese with hummus or plant-based spreads to keep it dairy-free.
- → What is the best method to achieve crispiness?
Air frying at 180°C for 6-8 minutes crisps the wraps evenly while keeping the filling fresh and flavorful.
- → How do I assemble the tree shapes?
Roll each tortilla with spread and veggies, slice on a bias into segments, then insert pretzel sticks as trunks and top with star-shaped pepper slices.