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Jack o Lantern Quesadillas

Crispy Jack o Lantern Quesadillas for a Spooky Treat

Enjoy Halloween with delicious Jack o Lantern Quesadillas, featuring cheesy goodness and fun shapes that kids love.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 quesadillas
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Quesadillas
  • 4 pieces Flour Tortillas 8-inch tortillas
  • 2 cups Shredded Colby Jack Cheese can substitute with cheddar or vegan cheese
Optional Fillings
  • 1 cup Cooked Chicken optional for added protein
  • 1 can Black Beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup Vegetables e.g., bell peppers, spinach, or corn
For Serving
  • 1 cup Guacamole
  • 1 cup Sour Cream
  • 1 cup Salsa

Equipment

  • non-stick skillet
  • pumpkin cookie cutter
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the tortillas by laying them out and using a pumpkin cookie cutter to cut shapes from each tortilla.
  2. Carve spooky faces into half of the pumpkin-shaped tortillas.
  3. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat for 1-2 minutes.
  4. Assemble the quesadilla by placing an uncut tortilla on the skillet, adding cheese, and covering with a carved tortilla.
  5. Cook until cheese bubbles, about 3-4 minutes.
  6. Flip the quesadilla so the pumpkin face is upwards and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  7. Repeat the process with remaining tortillas and serve immediately with dipping sauces.

Nutrition

Serving: 1quesadillaCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 10gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Prep tortillas and cut shapes ahead of time for convenience. Ensure cheese is melted thoroughly before serving. Avoid sogginess by moderating fillings.

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