Bacon And Cream Cheese Quesadillas Recipe

Prepare for a flavor explosion! These Bacon and Cream Cheese Quesadillas are a unique and surprisingly addictive twist on a classic. Savory bacon and creamy cream cheese perfectly complement the warm, melty cheese inside perfectly grilled tortillas. Don't let the unusual combination fool you – this recipe is a must-try for quesadilla lovers and adventurous eaters alike! Easy to make and ready in under 20 minutes.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 398.1 kcal
Protein 20g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Bacon And Cream Cheese Quesadillas

  • 6 (10 inch) flour tortillas
  • 1 (8 ounce) package chive & onion cream cheese, softened
  • 8 slices bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled
  • 1/4 cup salsa, for serving
  • 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1/2 cup butter or olive oil

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How to Make Bacon And Cream Cheese Quesadillas

  1. Cook bacon until crispy. Remove from pan and crumble. Set aside.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine softened cream cheese, cheddar cheese, and Monterey Jack cheese. Mix well.
  3. Spread a thin layer of the cream cheese mixture evenly over one half of each tortilla.
  4. Sprinkle crumbled bacon evenly over the cream cheese mixture.
  5. Fold the other half of the tortilla over the filling to create a half-moon shape.
  6. Heat butter or oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  7. Place quesadillas in the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and the cheese is melted and gooey.
  8. Remove from skillet and cut into wedges. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

29 g

Sugar

5g

Fat

47g

Carbs

12g