Description
These Apple Pie Quesadillas are a delightful fusion of a classic apple pie and a crispy quesadilla. Sweet, spiced apples are enveloped in a tortilla, creating a quick and tasty dessert or snack.
Ingredients
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For the Apple Filling:
- 2 medium apples (peeled, cored, and diced)
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tsp lemon juice
For the Quesadillas:
- 4 medium flour tortillas
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter (for cooking)
- 1/4 cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese (optional)
- Powdered sugar and whipped cream for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Apple Filling: In a skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add diced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice. Cook until apples are tender and caramelized.
- Assemble the Quesadillas: Spoon apple mixture onto half of each tortilla. Add cheese if desired. Fold tortillas in half.
- Cook the Quesadillas: Melt the remaining butter in a skillet. Cook quesadillas until golden and crisp on both sides.
- Serve: Slice into wedges and serve warm, optionally with powdered sugar or whipped cream.
Notes
- Opt for tart apples like Granny Smith for a tangy flavor.
- Cheese adds a savory touch; pecans or caramel can also be delicious additions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
