Caramel Apple Quesadillas
Indulge in the perfect blend of sweet and savory with these irresistible Caramel Apple Quesadillas. Featuring warm, buttery tortillas filled with caramelized cinnamon-spiced apples and drizzled with luscious caramel sauce, this recipe is a creative twist on a classic dessert. For an unexpected flavor boost, shredded cheddar cheese can be added for a sweet-salty contrast that pairs beautifully with the tartness of Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples. Ready in just 20 minutes, these quesadillas are toasted to golden perfection and finished with a dusting of powdered sugar for a delightful presentation. Whether served as an easy dessert or a decadent snack, Caramel Apple Quesadillas are sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Large flour tortillas
- 1 piece Apple (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp recommended)
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons Caramel sauce
- 0.25 cup Shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
- 1 tablespoon Powdered sugar (for garnish)
Instructions
Peel, core, and thinly slice the apple into even pieces.
In a medium skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat.
Add the apple slices to the skillet. Sprinkle with brown sugar and cinnamon, then stir to coat the apples evenly.
Cook the apples for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they soften and caramelize. Remove from heat and set aside.
Heat a clean skillet over medium heat and melt 1 tablespoon of butter, evenly coating the surface.
Place one tortilla in the skillet. If using cheddar cheese, sprinkle half of the cheese across the tortilla.
Spread the caramelized apples evenly over the tortilla. Drizzle 1 tablespoon of caramel sauce on top.
If using cheese, sprinkle the remaining half on top of the apples. Place the second tortilla on top to form a quesadilla.
Allow the quesadilla to cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the bottom tortilla is golden and slightly crisp. Carefully flip the quesadilla using a large spatula.
Cook the other side for another 2-3 minutes until golden and heated through.
Transfer the quesadilla to a cutting board and allow it to cool slightly before slicing into wedges.
Drizzle the remaining caramel sauce over the sliced quesadilla and dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
941 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 45.3 g | 58% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.6 g | 118% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 110 mg | 37% | |
| Sodium | 1081 mg | 47% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 124.6 g | 45% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.5 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 68.6 g | ||
| Protein | 16.3 g | 33% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 383 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 394 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
