Apple Cheddar Quesadilla
A delightful mix of sweet apples and sharp cheddar cheese, creating a fun twist on a comfort food classic.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Total Time: 16 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 Apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp recommended)
- 1 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese, shredded
- 4 Flour Tortillas
- Optional: Cinnamon or nutmeg
- Optional: Drizzle of honey
- Optional: Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prep the apples: Wash and core the apples. Thinly slice them into half-moon shapes, about a quarter-inch thick.
- Shred the cheese: Slice or grate the cheddar cheese.
- Heat the pan: Place a non-stick skillet over medium heat and warm for a minute. Optionally, add butter or oil.
- Assemble the quesadilla: Lay one tortilla flat, layer with cheese and apple slices, and sprinkle cinnamon if desired.
- Melt and flip: Cook the quesadilla for 2-3 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes until crispy.
- Slice and serve: Let it cool, then slice into wedges.
Notes
Perfect for serving with honey or Greek yogurt for dipping. You can also customize with different cheeses or add veggies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: quesadilla, apple, cheddar, vegetarian, easy recipe