Description
Mexican-style cheesy jalapeño quesadillas deliver spicy, melty goodness in minutes. Crisp tortillas cradle zesty peppers and gooey cheese, promising a quick, satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 large flour tortillas
- 4 ounces (113 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup (50 grams) shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup (50 grams) shredded mozzarella cheese
Flavor Enhancers:
- 2 jalapenos, seeded and diced
- 4 slices cooked bacon, crumbled (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
Cooking Ingredients:
- Butter or oil for cooking
Instructions
- Craft a zesty filling by blending softened cream cheese with shredded cheddar, mozzarella, finely chopped jalapenos, crispy bacon bits, and freshly chopped cilantro until ingredients are thoroughly incorporated.
- Create a quesadilla base by laying one flour tortilla flat and generously spreading the prepared cheese mixture across its surface, ensuring an even distribution while leaving a small border around the edges.
- Top the first tortilla with a second tortilla, pressing gently to seal the cheesy filling inside and create a unified quesadilla sandwich.
- Preheat a skillet over medium heat, lightly coating the surface with butter or oil to prevent sticking and promote golden browning.
- Carefully transfer the assembled quesadilla to the heated skillet, allowing it to cook for approximately 3-4 minutes until the bottom transforms into a crispy, golden-brown texture.
- Flip the quesadilla using a spatula, cooking the opposite side for an additional 3-4 minutes until both sides achieve a uniform, crisp appearance and the cheese melts completely.
- Remove the quesadilla from the skillet and let it rest momentarily, allowing the melted cheese to stabilize and prevent immediate burning.
- Slice the quesadilla into triangular wedges using a sharp knife, creating clean, even portions.
- Serve immediately with accompanying condiments like tangy sour cream, zesty salsa, or creamy guacamole for enhanced flavor and dipping pleasure.
Notes
- Customize Heat Levels by adjusting the number of jalapenos or using milder peppers like poblano for those sensitive to spice.
- Ensure Even Melting by letting cream cheese soften completely and using room temperature ingredients for smooth blending.
- Create Vegetarian Version by omitting bacon and adding sautéed vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms for extra texture and flavor.
- Prevent Soggy Tortillas by patting jalapenos dry and using minimal moisture in the filling to maintain crispy exterior during cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks, Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 466
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg