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Taco Pinwheels with Cheese and a Creamy Dipping Sauce

These fun and tasty Taco Pinwheels are filled with seasoned beef and melted cheese, served with a creamy yogurt-based dip. Perfect for snacks, appetizers, or a light meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 pinwheels
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 290
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Taco Pinwheels
  • 1 lb lean ground beef You can substitute with ground turkey or chicken.
  • 2.5 tablespoons taco seasoning
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese
For the Dipping Sauce
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt For a lower-calorie option, use low-fat Greek yogurt.
  • 1/2 cup ranch dressing Consider using a low-fat or light ranch.
  • 1 teaspoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh cilantro

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain any excess fat.
  3. Stir in the taco seasoning and add the water. Cook for 2-3 minutes until well combined and heated through.
  4. Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface.
  5. Spread the cooked ground beef evenly over the pizza dough. Sprinkle the shredded Mexican cheese over the beef.
  6. Roll the dough up jelly-roll style to create a log.
  7. Cut the rolled dough into 1/2-inch rounds.
  8. Arrange the pinwheels on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Baking
  1. Bake for 12-14 minutes or until golden and puffy.
Dipping Sauce Preparation
  1. In a bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, ranch dressing, lime juice, and chopped cilantro. Stir to mix well.
Serving
  1. Serve the Cheesy Taco Pinwheels immediately with the dipping sauce, fresh salsa, and additional chopped cilantro on the side.

Notes

Leftover pinwheels can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 to 4 days. Reheat in a toaster oven or regular oven at 350°F for 8-10 minutes to get them puffy again. For a healthier variation, use whole wheat pizza dough and add vegetables like bell peppers or beans.