Save Crispy, cheese-filled quesadillas with festive snowflake cut-outs&perfect for a fun and speedy meal or snack.
This recipe quickly became a family favorite for busy weeknights and holiday gatherings 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 2&3 minutes until the bottom is golden and the cheese begins to melt.
- Step 5:
- Carefully flip and cook the other side for 2&3 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 We enjoy making these quesadillas together as a family especially during festive seasons.
Required Tools
Sharp knife or snowflake cookie cutter, Nonstick skillet, Spatula, Cutting board
Allergen Information
Contains Wheat (flour tortillas) Milk (cheese sour cream). For gluten-free use gluten-free tortillas.
Nutritional Information
Per serving: Calories 285 Total Fat 13 g Carbohydrates 28 g Protein 13 g
Save Serve immediately for the best melty cheesy experience and enjoy your festive meal.
Recipe FAQ Section
- → How do I create the snowflake pattern on tortillas?
Use a sharp knife or a snowflake-shaped cookie cutter to carefully cut patterns into the tortillas without cutting all the way through.
- → Can I make these quesadillas gluten-free?
Yes, substitute regular flour tortillas with gluten-free ones to accommodate dietary needs.
- → What cheeses work best for melting in quesadillas?
Mozzarella and cheddar cheeses melt well, providing a perfect creamy, gooey texture.
- → How do I ensure the quesadillas are crispy?
Cook the quesadillas on medium heat in a nonstick skillet and optionally brush the tortillas lightly with melted butter before cooking.
- → Can I add other fillings to these quesadillas?
Absolutely, optional fillings like chopped green onions, diced bell peppers, or sliced olives enhance flavor and texture.