Description
These Apple Cinnamon Breakfast Quesadillas combine sweet and savory flavors in a warm, crispy tortilla. Perfect for a quick and satisfying breakfast, they feature spiced apple slices, cream cheese, and melted cheddar cheese, all toasted to golden perfection.
Ingredients
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Apples Mixture
- 2 medium apples, cored and thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
Quesadillas
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Instructions
- Prepare the Apples: In a mixing bowl, toss the thinly sliced apples with lemon juice, ground cinnamon, and brown sugar. Allow the mixture to sit for about 10 minutes so the flavors meld and the apples soften slightly.
- Assemble the Quesadillas: Spread a generous layer of softened cream cheese over one side of each tortilla. On half of each tortilla, layer the cinnamon-spiced apple slices followed by shredded cheddar cheese. Fold the tortilla over to cover the filling, creating a half-moon shape.
- Cook the Quesadillas: Heat the unsalted butter in a skillet over medium heat. Place the folded quesadillas in the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the tortillas are golden brown and the cheese inside has melted.
- Repeat and Slice: Remove the quesadillas from the skillet. Slice each into wedges and serve warm for a delicious, comforting breakfast.
Notes
- Use tart apples like Granny Smith for a nice balance against the sweetness.
- Adjust the amount of cinnamon and brown sugar to your taste preferences.
- For a richer flavor, consider adding a pinch of nutmeg to the apple mixture.
- Serve with yogurt or honey on the side for extra sweetness.
- To make the quesadillas crispier, press them lightly with a spatula while cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla (2 wedges)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
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