Save Crispy, cheese-filled quesadillas with festive snowflake cut-outs&perfect for a fun and speedy meal or snack.
This recipe is a hit with my family because it combines simplicity with a festive twist, making snack time exciting.
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 My family loves gathering around the table to enjoy these quesadillas, especially during festive occasions.
Required Tools
Sharp knife or snowflake cookie cutter, Nonstick skillet, Spatula, Cutting board
Allergen Information
Contains Wheat (flour tortillas), Milk (cheese, sour cream). For gluten-free, use gluten-free tortillas.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 285, Total Fat: 13 g, Carbohydrates: 28 g, Protein: 13 g per serving
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Recipe FAQs
- → What type of cheese works best for melting?
Mozzarella and cheddar blend well, providing smooth melt and sharp flavor.
- → How do I create the snowflake cut-outs safely?
Use a sharp knife or a snowflake-shaped cookie cutter to cut patterns carefully in tortillas.
- → Can I add vegetables to these quesadillas?
Yes, chopped green onions, diced bell peppers, and sliced black olives complement the cheeses nicely.
- → What cooking technique ensures a crispy exterior?
Cook on medium heat in a nonstick skillet until both sides turn golden and cheese melts inside.
- → Are there ways to customize the fillings?
Consider adding cooked chicken or beans for more protein or changing cheese types for varied flavors.