Description
Sweet & Savory Peach Quesadillas are a delightful twist on a classic dish, combining the sweetness of ripe peaches with savory cheese and bacon.
Ingredients
- 4 flour tortillas, 8-inch
- 2 ripe peaches, thinly sliced
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp butter
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp chili flakes, optional
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh basil or mint, optional
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat.
- Spread a little butter over one side of each tortilla.
- Place one tortilla, butter-side down, in the skillet.
- Sprinkle half of the cheddar and mozzarella over one half of the tortilla.
- Add sliced peaches and crumbled bacon.
- Drizzle with about 1 tsp honey and sprinkle with cinnamon, black pepper, and optional chili flakes.
- Add the remaining cheese and fold the tortilla in half.
- Cook for 2–3 minutes per side, gently pressing with a spatula, until golden brown and the cheese is melted.
- Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling.
- Slice into wedges and drizzle with the remaining honey.
- Garnish with fresh basil or mint if desired.
Notes
- For an extra savory version, add 2 tbsp crumbled goat cheese or a thin layer of cream cheese before adding the cheddar.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg