Decadent Strawberry Cheesecake Quesadillas Recipe
Indulge in a delightful fusion of flavors with these Decadent Strawberry Cheesecake Quesadillas. A sweet twist on the classic savory dish, these quesadillas feature a creamy cheesecake filling with fresh strawberries tucked inside a crisp tortilla. Perfect for a unique dessert or special treat!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Total Time: 16 minutes
- Yield: 4 quesadillas 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American, Mexican-inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Cheesecake Filling:
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup diced fresh strawberries
Quesadillas:
- 4 small flour tortillas
- 2 tablespoons butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
For Serving:
- Strawberry sauce or whipped cream
Instructions
- Cheesecake Filling: In a small bowl, mix cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Gently fold in diced strawberries.
- Assembling Quesadillas: Spread the mixture over half of each tortilla and fold to create a half-moon.
- Cooking Quesadillas: In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and cook each quesadilla 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown and crisp.
- Finishing Touches: Mix the remaining sugar and cinnamon and sprinkle over the warm quesadillas. Slice into wedges and serve warm with strawberry sauce or whipped cream.
Notes
- For a tangier flavor, add a tablespoon of sour cream to the filling.
- You can substitute other berries or add a drizzle of chocolate sauce.
- Use whole wheat tortillas for a heartier twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla
- Calories: ~300
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg
