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.
Prep Time10 minutes mins
Cook Time5 minutes mins
Total Time15 minutes mins
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 12 Servings
Calories: 154kcal
- 8 Tortillas
- 4 ounces Shredded Monterey Jack Cheese
- 4 ounces Shredded Cheddar Cheese
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
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.
Make-Ahead and Storage Instructions:
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- 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.
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