Jack-O-Lantern Quesadillas

Indulge in a quick and delightful Halloween dinner with just three ingredients, ready in under 30 minutes, and boasting a delectably cheesy allure. These Jack-O-Lantern Quesadillas offer a fantastic blend of kid-friendly appeal and a perfect pre-trick-or-treat family feast.

Making festive treats like Pumpkin Sugar Cookies or Halloween Pancakes is a fun way to celebrate Halloween. Candy is always the highlight of the big day, but with recipes like these quesadillas or even a simple Halloween Snack Mix you can celebrate all month long.

What I Love About This Recipe

• Spooky Fun: These quesadillas bring a Halloween twist to your meal, adding a touch of spooky fun to your dinner table. Serve them with some Black Lemonade for a hauntingly good meal.
• Quick and Easy: With only three ingredients, they are a breeze to prepare, making them a perfect choice for busy evenings. They’re ready in less than 30 minutes.
• Customizable: You can personalize the fillings to suit your preferences, adding ingredients like chicken, vegetables, or salsa for added flavor. Try using Apple Salsa for some added fall flavor.

How to Make Jack-O-Lantern Quesadillas

1. Cut out the pumpkins. Position the tortillas on a cutting board and utilize the pumpkin cookie cutter to create an even number of pumpkin-shaped cutouts (one for the top and one for the bottom). If the cookie cutter doesn’t fully cut through in some areas, consider using a knife to neatly remove those sections.
2. Carve the face. Select half of the pumpkin-shaped tortillas and, with the aid of a sharp-tipped knife, skillfully carve a Jack-O-Lantern face onto each of them.

3. Arrange. Lay the pumpkin-shaped tortillas on a baking sheet sprayed with cooking oil, and lightly sprinkle cheese on them, ensuring not to overdo it or spill over the edges. Then, position a Jack-O-Lantern face on each one and gently brush the tops with olive oil.
4. Bake. Heat the oven to 425ºF and bake for 3 to 5 minutes, until the cheese begins to bubble and the tops are crispy.

Make-Ahead and Storage Instructions:

• To Make-Ahead: You can make these up to 3 days in advance or save any leftovers for up to 3 days in an air-tight container in the fridge.
• Freezing Instructions:
  For the best results when freezing, I recommend either individually wrapping each quesadilla or using a flash-freezing method. To flash-freeze, lay the prepared quesadillas in a single layer on a baking sheet, cover them with plastic wrap, and freeze for 30 minutes. Afterward, transfer them to a freezer-safe container. When stored in this manner, they will remain good for up to two months in the freezer.

Jack-O-Lantern Quesadillas Recipe

Savor a speedy and delightful Halloween dinner featuring only three ingredients, prepared in less than half an hour, and showcasing an irresistibly cheesy charm. The Jack-O-Lantern Quesadillas present an enchanting mix of child-friendly allure, making them an ideal pre-trick-or-treat family meal.

5 from 6 votes

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Course: Appetizer, Main Course

Cuisine: Mexican

Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 5 minutes minutes

Total Time: 15 minutes minutes

Servings: 12 Servings

Calories: 154kcal

Author: Aimee Mars

Equipment

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  Pumpkin Cookie Cutter
• ▢
  Knife

Ingredients

• ▢ 8 Tortillas
• ▢ 4 ounces Shredded Monterey Jack Cheese
• ▢ 4 ounces Shredded Cheddar Cheese
• ▢ 2 tablespoons Olive Oil

Instructions

• Cut out the pumpkins. Position the tortillas on a cutting board and utilize the pumpkin cookie cutter to create an even number of pumpkin-shaped cutouts (one for the top and one for the bottom). If the cookie cutter doesn't fully cut through in some areas, consider using a knife to neatly remove those sections.
• Carve the face. Select half of the pumpkin-shaped tortillas and, with the aid of a sharp-tipped knife, skillfully carve a Jack-O-Lantern face onto each of them.
• Arrange. Lay the pumpkin-shaped tortillas on a baking sheet sprayed with cooking oil, and lightly sprinkle cheese on them, ensuring not to overdo it or spill over the edges. Then, position a Jack-O-Lantern face on each one and gently brush the tops with olive oil.
• Bake. Heat the oven to 425ºF and bake for 3 to 5 minutes, until the cheese begins to bubble and the tops are crispy.

Notes

Make-Ahead and Storage Instructions:

• • • To Make-Ahead: You can make these up to 3 days in advance or save any leftovers for up to 3 days in an air-tight container in the fridge.
    • Freezing Instructions:
      For the best results when freezing, I recommend either individually wrapping each quesadilla or using a flash-freezing method. To flash-freeze, lay the prepared quesadillas in a single layer on a baking sheet, cover them with plastic wrap, and freeze for 30 minutes. Afterward, transfer them to a freezer-safe container. When stored in this manner, they will remain good for up to two months in the freezer.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 154kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 18mg | Sodium: 247mg | Potassium: 48mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 167IU | Calcium: 160mg | Iron: 1mg

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This recipe was first published on October 12, 2021, edited on April 20th, 2023, and updated in October 2023.