Express Snowflake Quesadillas

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This guide shows how to make crispy quesadillas filled with melted mozzarella and cheddar cheeses. Using tortillas cut with snowflake patterns adds a festive touch. Quick to prepare and cook, these quesadillas are great for an easy snack or meal. Optional fillings like green onions, red bell peppers, and olives enhance the flavor and texture. Serve warm with sour cream and salsa for a delightful experience. Perfect for those seeking fast, flavorful bites with a fun presentation.

Updated on Tue, 25 Nov 2025 13:46:00 GMT
Express Snowflake Quesadillas, a golden, melty cheese delight, ready to be dipped in sour cream. Save to Pinterest
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Crispy, cheese-filled quesadillas with festive snowflake cut-outs&perfect for a fun and speedy meal or snack.

I love making these for last-minute snacks that still impress my family with their presentation and flavor.

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.
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This recipe always brings smiles during family gatherings and makes snack time special.

Required Tools

Sharp knife or snowflake cookie cutter, Nonstick skillet, Spatula, Cutting board

Allergen Information

Contains Wheat (flour tortillas) and Milk (cheese, sour cream). Check salsa labels for allergens if store-bought. For gluten-free, use gluten-free tortillas.

Nutritional Information

Per serving: 285 Calories, 13 g Total Fat, 28 g Carbohydrates, 13 g Protein.

Cheesy, crispy Express Snowflake Quesadillas served with salsa, perfect for a fast, flavorful family meal. Save to Pinterest
Cheesy, crispy Express Snowflake Quesadillas served with salsa, perfect for a fast, flavorful family meal. | frostkettle.com

These quesadillas are perfect for a quick festive meal or snack that everyone will enjoy.

Recipe Questions & Answers

How do I create the snowflake cut-outs on tortillas?

Use a sharp knife or a snowflake-shaped cookie cutter to carefully cut patterns into two of the tortillas before assembling.

Can I add other fillings to these quesadillas?

Yes, optional fillings like chopped green onions, diced red bell peppers, or sliced black olives work well for added flavor and texture.

What type of cheese works best for melting?

Mozzarella and cheddar are ideal for melting and provide a nice balance of flavor and stretchiness.

How can I make the quesadillas crispier?

Brushing the tortillas lightly with melted butter before cooking helps achieve a crispier texture.

What are good serving options for these quesadillas?

Serve warm with sides like sour cream and salsa to complement the melted cheese and spices.

Express Snowflake Quesadillas

Crispy quesadillas with melted mozzarella and cheddar, decorated with festive snowflake shapes.

Prep Duration
10 minutes
Time to Cook
10 minutes
Overall Time
20 minutes
Created by Nora Whitman


Skill Level Easy

Cuisine Mexican-Inspired

Makes 4 Serving Size

Dietary Information Meatless

What You Need

Tortillas

01 4 large flour tortillas

Cheese

01 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
02 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Optional Fillings

01 1/4 cup chopped green onions
02 1/4 cup diced red bell pepper
03 1/4 cup sliced black olives

For Serving

01 Sour cream
02 Salsa

How-To Steps

Step 01

Create snowflake patterns: Using a sharp knife or snowflake cookie cutter, carve snowflake shapes into two tortillas to serve as tops.

Step 02

Assemble quesadillas: Place the remaining two whole tortillas flat on the work surface and evenly distribute mozzarella and cheddar cheeses over each, leaving a 1/2 inch border. Add optional fillings if desired.

Step 03

Cover with decorated tortillas: Cover each tortilla layered with cheese and fillings with a snowflake-cut tortilla.

Step 04

Heat skillet: Preheat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.

Step 05

Cook first side: Carefully place one assembled quesadilla in the skillet. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until the bottom is golden and cheese begins to melt.

Step 06

Flip and cook second side: Gently flip the quesadilla and cook an additional 2 to 3 minutes until the opposite side is golden and cheese is fully melted.

Step 07

Repeat cooking: Remove the cooked quesadilla and repeat the process with the second one.

Step 08

Slice and serve: Allow quesadillas to cool briefly, then cut into wedges. Serve with sour cream and salsa.

Tools You'll Need

  • Sharp knife or snowflake cookie cutter
  • Nonstick skillet
  • Spatula
  • Cutting board

Allergy Info

Review every ingredient for allergens. Ask a healthcare professional if unsure.
  • Contains wheat (flour tortillas) and milk (cheese, sour cream)
  • Check salsa labels for potential allergens if using store-bought.

Nutrition Details (Each Serving)

Given for informational purposes, this isn't medical advice.
  • Energy Value: 285
  • Fats: 13 g
  • Carbohydrates: 28 g
  • Proteins: 13 g