In this post, we'll guide you through the steps to make this 3 Ingredient Cheese Quesadilla Recipe with easy-to-follow steps. Cheese quesadillas taste great on their own but also go well with your favorite Mexican food, paired with your favorite protein, or served with a side of salsa, guacamole, or sour cream as a kid-friendly snack. Try this easy recipe today!
2cupsWhite cheddar cheese, monterey jack cheese, or colby jack cheese (shredded)
2tablespoonOlive oil
Instructions
Begin by shredding all the cheese using a cheese grater.
With a pastry brush, lightly coat one side of each flour tortilla with olive oil, ensuring the entire surface is covered.
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, place one tortilla with the oiled side down, making sure it lies flat and unfolded. Sprinkle a generous amount of the shredded cheese on one half of the tortilla.
Carefully fold the other half of the tortilla over the cheese, creating a half-moon shape.
Cook the quesadilla for about one minute, gently pressing down with a spatula to help it cook evenly. Once the bottom side turns golden brown, flip the quesadilla to brown the other side as well.
Once both sides are nicely browned and the cheese is melted, remove the quesadilla from the pan and transfer it to a clean cutting board.
Using a pizza cutter or a sharp knife, slice the quesadilla into single-serve wedges.
Notes
Storage Store in the refrigerator in an airtight container for 2-3 days. Wrap wedges individually in aluminum foil to prevent sticking.Freeze This dish is not freezer friendly.Reheat Warm leftover cheese quesadillas in an air fryer to help retain their crispy texture.Substitutions
Tortillas - Wheat flour tortillas make a good substitute. You could also try corn tortillas.
Cheese - Experiment with multiple grated cheese varieties (mozzarella cheese, provolone, etc.) to provide different flavors.
Olive oil - Olive oil could be replaced with a tablespoon of butter.
Nutrition The provided nutrition information is only an estimate.Adjustments Cooking time may need to be adjusted based on the geography of the area (high vs. low elevation), cookware (stoneware vs traditional bakeware), and outdoor temperature if grilling.