Description
Sweet strawberry cheesecake quesadillas blend Mexican and American dessert traditions into one irresistible treat. Crispy tortillas embrace creamy cheesecake filling and fresh strawberries, creating a delightful fusion perfect for satisfying dessert cravings. You’ll love this unexpected culinary adventure.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 flour tortillas
- 4 ounces (113 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup (75 grams) fresh strawberries, diced
Sweeteners and Flavor Enhancers:
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons strawberry jam (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Cooking Ingredient:
- 1 tablespoon butter (for grilling)
Instructions
- Whip the cream cheese mixture by blending softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until achieving a silky, uniform consistency.
- Carefully layer the prepared cream cheese blend across one tortilla, ensuring even distribution.
- Generously scatter fresh diced strawberries over the cream cheese layer, strategically adding optional strawberry jam for enhanced fruity notes.
- Crown the quesadilla by positioning a second tortilla on top, creating a sealed sandwich-like structure.
- Preheat a skillet or griddle to medium heat, allowing butter to melt and create a golden cooking surface.
- Gently transfer the assembled quesadilla to the heated pan, cooking approximately 2-3 minutes per side until edges turn crisp and golden brown.
- Remove from heat and allow brief cooling to prevent burning.
- Slice the quesadilla into triangular wedges for elegant serving.
- Optional: Drizzle additional strawberry jam across the top for extra sweetness and visual appeal.
- Serve immediately while warm to maximize flavor and texture experience.
Notes
- Select cream cheese at room temperature for smoother, lump-free filling that spreads easily across tortillas.
- Dice strawberries into small, uniform pieces to ensure even distribution and prevent soggy tortillas during cooking.
- Consider using whole wheat or gluten-free tortillas for alternative dietary needs without compromising the delicious flavor profile.
- Experiment with adding a light dusting of powdered sugar or cinnamon after grilling for extra sweetness and visual appeal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 421
- Sugar: 21 g
- Sodium: 265 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 56 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 36 mg