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Cheesy Pumpkin Quesadillas

Cheesy Pumpkin Quesadillas: The Ultimate Fall Comfort Food

Enjoy festive Cheesy Pumpkin Quesadillas, a perfect Halloween treat that combines creamy cheese and pumpkin puree for a satisfyingly quick snack.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Resting Time 1 minute
Total Time 19 minutes
Servings: 4 quesadillas
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Quesadillas
  • 4 pieces Flour Tortillas Serve as the base
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Puree Canned or homemade for convenience
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheese Mix of cheddar and mozzarella recommended
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Adjust based on heat preference
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Adjust based on heat preference
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or Butter For cooking
For Dipping (optional)
  • 1 cup Sour Cream or Greek Yogurt Adds creaminess
  • 1 cup Salsa Mild or spicy version based on preference
  • 1 cup Guacamole Homemade is extra special

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Spatula
  • Cutting Board
  • knife

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Gather all ingredients, shred cheese, measure spices, and preheat skillet.
  2. Assemble the Quesadillas: Spread pumpkin puree on tortilla, add cheese and spices, and top with another tortilla.
  3. Cook the Quesadillas: Heat olive oil or butter in skillet, cook assembled quesadilla until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Flip and Finish Cooking: Carefully flip and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until crispy and cheese is melted.
  5. Cut and Present: Slice quesadilla into fun shapes, arrange on a platter, and garnish as desired.
  6. Serve with Dipping Options: Offer sour cream, guacamole, or salsa as dips.

Nutrition

Serving: 1quesadillaCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For optimal freshness, prepare filling in advance and assemble just before serving.

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