Turkey Cranwiches

Transform your lunch game with these irresistible Turkey Cranwiches—a perfect balance of savory and sweet with a festive twist. Featuring tender slices of roasted turkey, tangy cranberry sauce, and creamy cream cheese, these hearty sandwiches are layered between soft whole-grain bread and crisp baby spinach, then pan-griddled to golden perfection. The buttery, toasted crust and warm filling make this dish a quick yet indulgent meal option, ready in just 20 minutes. Whether you're looking to repurpose holiday leftovers or simply craving a flavor-packed sandwich, these Turkey Cranwiches are a surefire hit. Serve them warm for a comforting meal bursting with seasonal flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 ounces sliced roasted turkey
• 1 cup cranberry sauce
• 4 tablespoons cream cheese
• 8 slices whole-grain bread
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 cup baby spinach leaves
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Spread 1 tablespoon of cream cheese evenly on one side of 4 slices of bread.

Step 2

Spread 2 tablespoons of cranberry sauce evenly over the cream cheese layer on each slice of bread.

Step 3

Layer 2 ounces of sliced roasted turkey on top of the cranberry sauce on each piece.

Step 4

Distribute baby spinach leaves evenly over the turkey slices and sprinkle with salt and black pepper.

Step 5

Top each sandwich with another slice of bread to close them.

Step 6

Butter the outsides of each sandwich (about 1/2 tablespoon of butter per side).

Step 7

Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat.

Step 8

Place the sandwiches in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until the bread is golden brown and crisp, and the filling is warmed through.

Step 9

Remove the sandwiches from the skillet and let them cool for 1-2 minutes before slicing in half and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	800.9 grams (800.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1720

Total Fat 63.70g	82%
Saturated Fat 30.20g	151%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.60g
Cholesterol 287mg	96%
Sodium 3273mg	142%
Total Carbohydrate 213.10g	77%
Dietary Fiber 17.00g	61%
Total Sugars 109.60g
Protein 89.70g	179%

Vitamin D 5IU	23%
Calcium 238mg	18%
Iron 12mg	64%
Potassium 1383mg	29%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 32.1%

Protein: 20.1%

Carbs: 47.8%