Description
A fun and festive Halloween-themed twist on classic quesadillas. These Jack-O’-Lantern Quesadillas are quick, cheesy, and kid-friendly — perfect for parties, spooky snacks, or a themed lunch.
Ingredients
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2 large flour tortillas (per quesadilla)
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½ to ¾ cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
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1 tsp olive oil or butter (for cooking)
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Optional fillings:
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Cooked chicken, ground beef, black beans
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Bell peppers, onions, mushrooms, spinach
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Optional toppings/dips:
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Salsa, guacamole, sour cream
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Tools: sharp paring knife or small cookie cutters
Instructions
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Stack two tortillas and cut a jack-o’-lantern face into the top one.
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Place the uncut tortilla flat and sprinkle cheese and desired fillings.
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Top with the face-cut tortilla and align edges.
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Heat skillet over medium and add olive oil or butter.
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Cook quesadilla face-up for 2–3 minutes, flip, and cook until golden.
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Let cool slightly, cut, and serve with your favorite dips.
Notes
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Use food-safe markers for extra spooky designs.
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Bake instead of pan-frying for a lighter version.
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Great to prep ahead and cook just before serving.
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Cut into small wedges for party-friendly finger food.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 6–8 minutes
- Category: Snack, Appetizer, Lunch
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American / Tex-Mex Fusion
Nutrition
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 35mg