Tortilla Cheese Crisps
Golden, crispy, and oozing with melted cheddar, these Tortilla Cheese Crisps are the ultimate easy snack or crowd-pleasing appetizer. Made with just four simple ingredients—flour tortillas, cheddar cheese, butter, and a pinch of salt—this recipe comes together in under 15 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or last-minute gatherings. The tortillas are pan-fried to achieve a delightfully crunchy exterior, while the cheese inside melts into gooey perfection. For an extra burst of flavor, pair these crisps with your favorite toppings like tangy salsa, creamy sour cream, or spicy diced jalapeños. Whether you’re hosting a game day party or whipping up an after-school treat, these versatile cheese crisps will quickly become a go-to favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Flour tortillas
- 2 cups Cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- as desired Optional toppings (salsa, sour cream, diced jalapeños)
Instructions
Preheat a large nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat.
Spread a thin layer of butter on one side of each tortilla.
Place one tortilla, butter-side down, on the skillet.
Sprinkle 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese evenly across the tortilla.
Place another tortilla, butter-side up, on top of the cheese to form a sandwich.
Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side, pressing gently with a spatula, until the bottom tortilla is golden brown and crispy.
Carefully flip the tortilla sandwich and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the other side is golden brown and the cheese inside is melted.
Remove from the skillet and let it cool slightly before slicing into quarters or wedges.
Repeat with the remaining tortillas and cheese to make additional cheese crisps.
Sprinkle a dash of salt over the crisps and serve immediately with your favorite toppings, such as salsa, sour cream, or diced jalapeños.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1561 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 99.0 g | 127% | |
| Saturated Fat | 56.5 g | 282% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 253 mg | 84% | |
| Sodium | 3782 mg | 164% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 102.3 g | 37% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.6 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.2 g | ||
| Protein | 59.5 g | 119% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 1193 mg | 92% | |
| Iron | 4.4 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 756 mg | 16% | |
*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.
