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Crispy Mini Cheese Quesadillas


  • Author: Martha
  • Total Time: 20 min.

Ingredients

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For the Quesadillas:

  • 4 small flour tortillas (you can also use corn tortillas for a gluten-free version)
  • 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a blend)
  • 1 tablespoon butter (for crisping the tortillas)
  • Optional: salsa, sour cream, or guacamole for dipping

Instructions

Prepare the Tortillas

  1. Heat Your Pan: Place a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Let it warm up for about 1 minute.
  2. Butter the Tortillas: Spread a thin layer of butter on one side of each tortilla. You’ll need about 1 tablespoon of butter in total for all tortillas.
  3. Place the Tortillas in the Pan: Lay one buttered tortilla in the hot pan, buttered side down. You can cook multiple tortillas at once depending on the size of your pan.
  4. Add the Cheese: Immediately sprinkle a generous amount of shredded cheese evenly over the tortilla. Add more cheese if you want extra gooey quesadillas.

Cook and Flip the Tortillas

  1. Cook Until Crispy: Cook for about 2-3 minutes, until the bottom tortilla is golden and crispy, and the cheese is beginning to melt.
  2. Flip the Tortilla: Carefully flip the tortilla over using a spatula, pressing it slightly to ensure an even crisp. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, until the second side is crispy and the cheese is fully melted.
  3. Remove and Repeat: Remove the quesadilla from the pan and set it aside. Repeat the process with the remaining tortillas.

Cut the Quesadillas into Mini Pieces

  1. Slice into Triangles: Once the quesadillas are cooked, place them on a cutting board. Use a sharp knife or pizza cutter to slice them into 4-6 small triangles for bite-sized pieces.
  2. Serve Immediately: Arrange the mini quesadillas on a serving platter and enjoy while they’re hot and crispy!
  • Prep Time: 5 min.
  • Cook Time: 15 min.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4-6 servings
  • Calories: 200 kcal
  • Fat: 12g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Protein: 8g