Express Snowflake Quesadillas (Print View)

Crispy cheese quesadillas with snowflake cut-outs, perfect for a fast, flavorful snack or meal.

# Components:

→ Tortillas

01 - 4 large flour tortillas

→ Cheese

02 - 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (5.3 oz)
03 - 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (1.8 oz)

→ Optional Fillings

04 - 1/4 cup chopped green onions (1 oz)
05 - 1/4 cup diced red bell pepper (1 oz)
06 - 1/4 cup sliced black olives (1 oz)

→ For Serving

07 - Sour cream
08 - Salsa

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Using a sharp knife or cookie cutter, cut snowflake patterns into 2 of the tortillas to serve as the tops.
02 - Place the remaining 2 tortillas flat on a work surface and evenly sprinkle shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese over each, leaving a small border around the edges. Add optional fillings if desired.
03 - Cover each cheese-layered tortilla with a snowflake-cut tortilla.
04 - Preheat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
05 - Carefully transfer one assembled quesadilla to the skillet and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until the bottom is golden and the cheese begins to melt.
06 - Flip the quesadilla carefully and cook the other side for 2 to 3 minutes until golden and the cheese is fully melted.
07 - Remove the cooked quesadilla and repeat the process with the second assembled quesadilla.
08 - Allow quesadillas to cool slightly, cut into wedges, and serve with sour cream and salsa.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Fun and festive snowflake design
  • Quick and easy to prepare
02 -
  • For a crispier texture brush tortillas lightly with melted butter before cooking
  • Use different cheeses or add cooked chicken or beans for variation
03 -
  • Make snowflake cut-outs just big enough to seal edges well
  • Use a nonstick skillet to avoid sticking and ensure even cooking
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