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Easy Creepy Quesadillas

Easy Creepy Quesadillas for a Spooktacular Snack!

Easy Creepy Quesadillas are a quick and fun Halloween snack that combines gooey cheese and vibrant veggies.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 quesadillas
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Quesadilla Filling
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or vegetable oil
  • 1 medium red pepper or green bell pepper
  • 1 medium onion or omit for milder taste
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
For the Cheesy Goodness
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese any melting cheese works
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese or vegan cheese for dairy-free
For Assembly
  • 1 cup salsa or fresh pico de gallo
  • 6 small tortillas flour or corn

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • non-stick pan
  • sharp knife

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Easy Creepy Quesadillas
  1. Begin by thinly slicing one red pepper and one onion. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and drizzle in a tablespoon of oil. Once the oil shimmers, add the sliced veggies, seasoning them with salt and pepper. Cook for about 5-7 minutes or until the onion becomes translucent and the pepper softens, stirring occasionally. Transfer the cooked mixture to a bowl, ready for the quesadilla assembly.
  2. Take three tortillas and, using a sharp knife, carefully cut spooky faces into each one. Think fun shapes like eyes, mouths, or even eerie expressions to enhance your Easy Creepy Quesadillas. This will be the top layer of your quesadilla, so let your creativity flow! Set aside these cut-out tortillas while you prepare the filling.
  3. On three plain tortillas, layer the cooked veggies, a generous handful of mozzarella cheese, and a sprinkling of cheddar cheese. For added flavor, spoon a dollop of salsa onto the cheese. Make sure the toppings are evenly distributed. Then, gently place your cut-out tortillas on top.
  4. Preheat a non-stick pan over medium heat, lightly greasing it with cooking spray. Add one assembled quesadilla to the pan, cooking for about 7-10 minutes until the tortillas are golden brown and crisp, while the cheese melts beautifully inside. It’s best not to flip the quesadilla to maintain the spooky face design.
  5. Once the tortillas are crisp and the cheese has melted, remove the quesadilla from the pan and slice it into wedges. Serve your Easy Creepy Quesadillas warm, perhaps with extra salsa or guacamole on the side for dipping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1quesadillaCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

These Easy Creepy Quesadillas are an ideal Halloween appetizer that will entice even the pickiest of eaters.

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