Forktionary

Balsamic Roasted Apple Jack Cheese Quesadilla Recipe

Elevate your quesadilla game with this gourmet twist! Sweet and tart balsamic roasted apples mingle perfectly with sharp Jack cheese in a warm, flaky tortilla. Inspired by Chef Jamie Gwen, this recipe is surprisingly simple to make and bursting with flavor. Easily adaptable – try it with Bosc pears and Brie for a sophisticated variation! Anjou, Bartlett, or Comice pears also work well – just ensure they're firm, not overripe. Get ready for a flavor explosion!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 1106.8 kcal
Protein 52g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Balsamic Roasted Apple Jack Cheese Quesadilla 113

Recipe Actions

Share this recipe:

Recipe Author

Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Balsamic Roasted Apple Jack Cheese Quesadilla

  • 2 small green apples, peeled, cored & thinly sliced
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp balsamic vinegar
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 2 (8-inch) flour tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded jalapeno jack cheese

Cook Smarter with Sous, Your Kitchen Companion

Missing an ingredient for this Balsamic Roasted Apple Jack Cheese Quesadilla? Need a perfect wine pairing or a healthy side dish idea? Don't guess—ask Sous! Your AI-powered sous-chef is ready to help you swap ingredients, adjust serving sizes, and discover flavor tips in seconds.

How to Make Balsamic Roasted Apple Jack Cheese Quesadilla

  1. Melt butter in a medium sauté pan over medium heat.
  2. Add sliced apples and sauté for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until softened.
  3. Stir in brown sugar, balsamic vinegar, and salt. Continue cooking for another 4 minutes, stirring often, until apples are caramelized.
  4. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.
  5. Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
  6. Place one tortilla in the skillet and cook for 1 minute per side, or until lightly warmed.
  7. Spread half of the shredded Jack cheese over the warmed tortilla.
  8. Top the cheese with half of the apple mixture.
  9. Place the second warmed tortilla on top.
  10. Cook for 30 seconds per side, or until the cheese is melted and the tortilla is golden brown and crispy.
  11. Remove from skillet, let cool slightly, cut into wedges, and serve immediately. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

70 g

Sugar

185g

Fat

85g

Carbs

55g

Recipe Categories (Choose a category and find related recipes!)

Starters Appetizers & Snacks Main Courses Lunch Main Dish / Dinner The Americas Mexican Vegetarian Fall Recipes Game Day Recipes 30 Minutes Or Less

Recipe Tags (Choose a tag and find related recipes!)

Celebrity 30 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion North American Appetizers Lunch Snacks Eggs Dairy Fruit American Easy Cheese Spicy Apples Novelty Taste Mood Savory Sweet 3 Steps Or Less