Save to Pinterest Crispy, cheese-filled quesadillas with festive snowflake cut-outs—perfect for a fun and speedy meal or snack.
This recipe quickly became a favorite in my household for its simplicity and delightful presentation that kids love to help make.
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 to Pinterest This dish always brings the family together, with everyone excited to see the delicate snowflake patterns and enjoy the melty cheese inside.
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 to Pinterest These quesadillas are a delightful twist on a classic favorite that can be ready in under 20 minutes.