Save Crispy, cheese-filled quesadillas with festive snowflake cut-outs perfect for a fun and speedy meal or snack.
This recipe has become a go-to for quick snacks that impress kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
- Tortillas: 4 large flour tortillas
- Cheese: 1 1/2 cups (150 g) shredded mozzarella cheese, 1/2 cup (50 g) shredded cheddar cheese
- Optional Fillings: 1/4 cup (30 g) chopped green onions, 1/4 cup (30 g) diced red bell pepper, 1/4 cup (30 g) sliced black olives
- For Serving: Sour cream, Salsa
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Using a sharp knife or cookie cutter, cut snowflake patterns into 2 of the tortillas These will be your tops.
- Step 2:
- Place the remaining 2 whole tortillas on a work surface Evenly sprinkle mozzarella and cheddar cheeses over each leaving a small border around the edges Add any optional fillings if desired.
- Step 3:
- Cover each with a snowflake-cut tortilla.
- Step 4:
- Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat Carefully transfer one quesadilla to the skillet Cook for 23 minutes until the bottom is golden and the cheese begins to melt.
- Step 5:
- Carefully flip and cook the other side for 23 minutes until golden and the cheese is fully melted.
- Step 6:
- Remove from skillet repeat with the second quesadilla.
- Step 7:
- Let cool slightly then cut into wedges Serve with sour cream and salsa.
Save This recipe always brings joy during family gatherings and festive occasions.
Required Tools
Sharp knife or snowflake cookie cutter Nonstick skillet Spatula Cutting board
Allergen Information
Contains Wheat (flour tortillas) Milk (cheese sour cream) If using store-bought salsa check labels for allergens For gluten-free use gluten-free tortillas
Nutritional Information
Calories 285 Total Fat 13 g Carbohydrates 28 g Protein 13 g per serving
Save These quesadillas are a delightful combination of fun design and delicious flavor ready in just 20 minutes.
Recipe FAQ
- → How do I create the snowflake pattern on the tortillas?
Use a sharp knife or a snowflake-shaped cookie cutter to carefully cut out the pattern on two tortillas before assembling.
- → Can I substitute the cheeses used in this dish?
Yes, feel free to try different cheeses like pepper jack, Monterey Jack, or a blend for varied flavors and textures.
- → What cooking method is best for crispiness?
Cooking the quesadillas in a nonstick skillet over medium heat ensures a golden crisp exterior and fully melted cheese inside.
- → Are there ways to make these quesadillas gluten-free?
Simply replace the flour tortillas with gluten-free tortillas available in most stores without affecting the taste.
- → What optional fillings complement the cheese?
Chopped green onions, diced red bell peppers, and sliced black olives add fresh flavors and a bit of color to the quesadillas.