Description
Celebrate Halloween with these fun and festive Jack-o-lantern Cheese Quesadillas! Crisp, golden tortillas are filled with melted cheddar cheese and creatively cut to resemble spooky pumpkin faces—perfect for a quick, kid-friendly snack or party appetizer.
Ingredients
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Quesadilla Ingredients
- 8 flour tortillas (2 tortillas per quesadilla)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, marble, or your choice)
Instructions
- Prepare the Tortillas: Stack two tortillas together and carefully cut out a small “pumpkin stem” shape from the top of both tortillas using a knife.
- Create Jack-o-lantern Faces: Set one tortilla aside. On the other tortilla of the pair, use a small knife to cut out a jack-o-lantern face. You can freehand the shapes for eyes, nose, and mouth, or use a toothpick to lightly outline the face before cutting for precision.
- Assemble the Quesadillas: Take the tortilla without the face cutouts and evenly spread the shredded cheese over it. Optional additions like refried beans or chicken can be added under the cheese for more flavor and substance.
- Top With Face Tortilla: Place the tortilla with the jack-o-lantern face cut out on top of the cheese-covered tortilla, ensuring the edges are aligned correctly.
- Cook the Quesadillas: Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Carefully place the assembled quesadilla in the pan and cook each side for about 2-3 minutes or until the cheese melts thoroughly and the tortillas turn golden brown and slightly crispy.
- Serve and Enjoy: Remove the quesadilla from the pan, cut into wedges, and serve warm. These quesadillas pair wonderfully with classic dips like salsa, sour cream, and guacamole for added flavor.
Notes
- You can customize the cheese types or add extras like beans, chicken, or veggies for variety.
- Make sure the skillet is heated to medium to avoid burning before the cheese melts.
- Careful cutting of the faces adds a fun decorative touch—use a sharp knife for clean cuts.
- Serve immediately for best texture and taste.
