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.
I love making these veggie tortilla wraps during the holidays because they bring color and joy to the table and are always a crowd favorite.
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 Making these wraps has become a beloved family tradition each holiday season filled with laughter and joy.
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 Enjoy these vibrant wraps as a fun and tasty holiday appetizer that delights both kids and adults alike.
Recipe FAQs
- → Can I use different tortillas?
Yes, both spinach and regular flour tortillas work well for these wraps.
- → What can I substitute for cream cheese?
Try hummus or your favorite vegan spread as a dairy-free alternative.
- → How do I get the wraps crispy in the air fryer?
Preheat the air fryer to 180°C (350°F) and air fry the wraps for 6-8 minutes until golden and crisp.
- → Can I use other vegetables?
Absolutely, vegetables like cucumber, purple cabbage, or zucchini make great colorful alternatives.
- → How do I make the star-shaped toppings?
Use a small star-shaped cutter to cut stars from yellow bell pepper slices for charming tree toppers.
- → Are pretzel sticks important?
They create a tree trunk effect but can be omitted or replaced if preferred.