Description
This Strawberry Cheesecake Quesadilla is a delightful dessert treat combining creamy sweetened cream cheese and fresh strawberries sandwiched between crispy, buttery tortillas. With a hint of cinnamon sugar sprinkled on top, it’s an easy-to-make, indulgent dessert that takes just 20 minutes to prepare and cook, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth any time.
Ingredients
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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 (divided)
- 1 tsp Sugar
- 1/2 tsp Cinnamon
Instructions
- Make the Cream Cheese Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract. Use a mixer or whisk to beat the mixture together until smooth and creamy.
- Add the Strawberries: Gently fold the diced strawberries into the cream cheese mixture, being careful not to mash the berries. Mix until the strawberries are evenly distributed.
- Assemble the Quesadilla: Spread half of the strawberry cream cheese filling evenly over one tortilla. Set aside.
- Grill the Quesadilla: Heat 1 teaspoon of butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Once melted, place the prepared tortilla, cream cheese side up, into the skillet.
- Add the Top Tortilla: Spread 1 additional teaspoon of butter onto a second tortilla and place it, butter side up, on top of the filling to make a sandwich.
- Cook Until Crispy: Cook the quesadilla for 2-3 minutes per side, or until both sides are golden brown and crispy. Press gently with a spatula to ensure even browning.
- Repeat for the Second Quesadilla: Repeat steps 3-6 to prepare the second quesadilla, or use a griddle to cook both at the same time.
- Finish with Cinnamon Sugar: In a small bowl, mix together the sugar and cinnamon. Sprinkle the mixture on top of the cooked quesadilla immediately after cooking.
- Rest and Serve: Allow the quesadillas to cool for 2 minutes. Slice into wedges and serve warm, optionally with strawberry sauce for dipping.
Notes
- Use fresh strawberries for the best flavor and texture.
- Softened cream cheese is easier to mix and yields a creamier filling.
- Be gentle when folding in strawberries to avoid turning the filling pink and watery.
- Butter the tortillas well for a crispy and golden finish.
- Serve with strawberry sauce or whipped cream for added indulgence.
- Cooking times may vary depending on skillet heat; monitor closely to avoid burning.
