Jack o Lantern Quesadillas: Spooky, Cheesy Fun for Halloween

Jack o Lantern Quesadillas are festive and fun, making Halloween meals exciting and engaging for all ages.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Servings: 4 quesadillas

Course: APPETIZERS

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Quesadilla Base

4 pieces Flour Tortillas Can use whole wheat or gluten-free
2 cups Shredded Colby Jack Cheese Can substitute with mozzarella or pepper jack

For the Pumpkin Faces

1 piece Pumpkin Cookie Cutter (4 inch) A knife can also be used for carving

Optional Fillings

1 cup Bell Peppers Diced for added crunch
1 cup Cooked Chicken Shredded for a heartier option

Equipment

Skillet
Pumpkin cookie cutter
Sharp knife

Method

How to Make Jack o Lantern Quesadillas

Cut out pumpkin shapes from each tortilla using the pumpkin cookie cutter.
Carve spooky faces into half of the pumpkin-shaped tortillas with a sharp knife.
Heat a skillet over medium heat and place one uncut tortilla in it, then sprinkle cheese on top.
Place the carved tortilla face down onto the melted cheese and align the stumps for a spooky effect.
Flip the quesadilla once the cheese melts to ensure both sides are crispy and golden-brown.
Cut into wedges and serve with salsa or your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1quesadillaCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These quesadillas are customizable; feel free to experiment with different fillings and shapes!

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