Description
Indulge in these decadent strawberry cheesecake quesadillas, combining the creamy sweetness of strawberry-flavored cream cheese with the crispy, buttery texture of golden toasted tortillas. Perfect as a quick dessert or a delightful snack served with strawberry sauce for dipping.
Ingredients
Scale
Strawberry Cream Cheese Filling
- 1/2 cup cream cheese (softened)
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup strawberries (diced)
Quesadillas
- 4 tortillas (6-inch)
- 2 tbsp butter (softened)
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
For Serving
- Strawberry sauce for dipping
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with sugar and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Gently fold in the diced strawberries to maintain their shape and texture.
- Assemble First Tortilla: Spread half of the strawberry cream cheese mixture evenly onto one tortilla, ensuring full coverage for balanced flavor.
- Heat the Pan: Warm 1 teaspoon of butter in a pan over medium-high heat until melted and sizzling to prevent sticking and add flavor.
- Cook First Side: Place the tortilla cream cheese side up in the pan, allowing the tortilla’s bottom to toast as the filling stays creamy and warm.
- Add Second Tortilla: Spread 1 teaspoon of butter on one side of the second tortilla, then place it butter side up on top of the first tortilla, creating a sandwich.
- Toast Both Sides: Cook the quesadilla for 2-3 minutes per side, flipping carefully to achieve a golden brown, crispy exterior while heating the filling through.
- Finish with Cinnamon Sugar: Mix cinnamon and sugar together and sprinkle over the cooked quesadilla while still warm, enhancing sweetness and aroma.
- Repeat: Repeat the process for the second quesadilla using remaining ingredients.
- Rest and Serve: Allow the quesadillas to rest for 2 minutes to set, then slice into wedges and serve with strawberry sauce for dipping.
Notes
- Use softened cream cheese for easier mixing and smoother texture.
- Ensure the pan is not too hot to prevent burning the tortillas before the filling is warmed.
- Adjust cinnamon sugar topping according to your sweetness preference.
- Serve immediately for best taste and texture, as quesadillas are crispier fresh.
- Substitute strawberry sauce with any berry or chocolate sauce for variation.
- Prep Time: 8 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
