Save to Pinterest 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.
Save to Pinterest 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.
Save to Pinterest 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.