Blueberry Breakfast Quesadilla
The Blueberry Breakfast Quesadilla is a quick and delicious morning treat that perfectly balances the sweetness of fresh blueberries with melty cheese inside a crispy, golden tortilla. Ideal for busy mornings or relaxed weekends, this recipe brings warmth, comfort, and a nutritious boost to your breakfast routine with simple ingredients and easy steps.
- Author: Julia
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 13 minutes
- Yield: 1 quesadilla (2 servings) 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free (use gluten-free tortillas)
Main Ingredients
- 2 flour tortillas (soft but sturdy)
- 1/2 cup fresh blueberries (washed and patted dry)
- 3/4 cup shredded mozzarella or Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon butter or cooking spray (for browning)
Optional Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons chopped pecans or walnuts (for crunch)
- Cooked crumbled bacon or sausage (for added protein)
- Dairy-free cheese and plant-based butter (for vegan version)
- Nut butter (almond or peanut, for spreading)
- Pinch of nutmeg or cardamom (for spice variation)
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Wash the blueberries gently and pat them dry. Grate the cheese if it’s not pre-shredded, and have your cinnamon and honey or maple syrup ready for quick assembly.
- Assemble the Quesadilla: Lay one tortilla flat and sprinkle an even layer of shredded cheese over half of it. Add a handful of fresh blueberries on top of the cheese, then lightly dust with cinnamon and drizzle honey or maple syrup to enhance sweetness.
- Fold and Cook: Fold the tortilla over the filling to create a half-moon shape. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add butter or cooking spray. Place the quesadilla in the skillet and cook until golden brown and crispy on one side, about 3-4 minutes. Flip and cook the other side similarly until crisp and cheese is melted.
- Serve Warm: Remove the quesadilla from the skillet and let it cool slightly before slicing into wedges. Enjoy immediately while the cheese is gooey and the tortilla is perfectly crunchy.
Notes
- Do not overload the filling to avoid sogginess or difficulty flipping.
- Use medium heat to ensure the cheese melts evenly without burning the tortilla.
- Press gently with a spatula when cooking to promote even browning and ingredient melding.
- Experiment with cheeses like cheddar or mild gouda for varied flavors.
- Use fresh blueberries for best flavor; frozen blueberries can be used if thawed and drained.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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