Strawberry Cheesecake Quesadillas Recipe
These Strawberry Cheesecake Quesadillas are a delightful dessert that combines creamy cheesecake filling with fresh strawberries, sandwiched between crispy, buttery flour tortillas. Perfectly dusted with cinnamon sugar and paired with strawberry sauce, they offer a quick and indulgent treat that can be made on the stovetop in minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Total Time: 16 minutes
- Yield: 4 quesadillas (8 wedges) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Cheesecake Filling
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, plus extra for topping
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup fresh strawberries, diced
Quesadillas
- 4 flour tortillas, 6-inch size
- 2 teaspoons butter, for pan and tortillas
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Serving
- Strawberry sauce, for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the cheesecake filling: In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract together until smooth and creamy. Gently fold in the diced strawberries, taking care not to crush them to maintain fresh texture.
- Assemble the quesadillas: Lay one tortilla flat on a clean surface and spread an even layer of the cheesecake filling over it, leaving a small border around the edges to prevent spillage during cooking.
- Heat the skillet and butter: Place a skillet over medium-high heat and melt 1 teaspoon of butter to coat the pan evenly and add flavor to the quesadilla.
- Cook the first side: Transfer the filled tortilla to the skillet with the cheesecake side facing up. Lightly butter one side of a second tortilla, then place it butter-side up on top of the cheesecake filling, creating a sandwich.
- Brown the quesadilla: Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, pressing gently with a spatula, until the bottom tortilla is golden brown and crispy. Carefully flip the quesadilla and cook the other side for another 2 to 3 minutes until equally golden and the filling is warmed.
- Prepare cinnamon sugar topping: In a small bowl, mix additional granulated sugar with the ground cinnamon to create a sweet spice blend.
- Finish and serve: Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar evenly over the hot quesadilla as soon as it comes off the skillet. Allow it to rest for about 2 minutes before slicing into wedges. Serve warm with strawberry sauce for dipping or drizzling.
Notes
- Use fresh strawberries for the best flavor and texture in the filling.
- Butter the tortillas lightly to ensure a crispy texture without greasiness.
- You can substitute cream cheese with a lower-fat version for a lighter dessert.
- If you prefer, try adding a drizzle of honey or chocolate sauce along with the strawberry sauce for extra indulgence.
- Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture as quesadillas can lose crispiness when cooled.
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