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Creamy Stretchy Cheese Quesadilla Pull-Apart Recipe Easy and Perfect for Parties

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A creamy, stretchy cheese quesadilla pull-apart that is quick, easy, and perfect for parties. It features a blend of mozzarella, cream cheese, and sharp cheddar layered between crispy tortillas for a gooey, crowd-pleasing snack.

Ingredients

Scale
  • Large flour tortillas (8-10 inch)
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (about 200g)
  • 4 ounces softened cream cheese (about 115g)
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese (about 100g)
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (about 45g)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth and creamy.
  2. Lay one flour tortilla flat. Spread half the cream cheese mixture evenly over the tortilla, leaving a small border around the edges.
  3. Sprinkle 1 cup shredded mozzarella and 1/2 cup shredded cheddar evenly on top. Scatter half the chopped cilantro over the cheese.
  4. Place a second tortilla on top and repeat the layering with the remaining cream cheese mixture, cheeses, and cilantro.
  5. Finish with a third tortilla on top as the lid.
  6. Brush melted butter gently over the top tortilla.
  7. Heat a large skillet or cast iron pan over medium heat. Place the layered quesadilla in the pan.
  8. Cook for 4-5 minutes on one side until golden and crisp. Carefully flip the quesadilla over using a spatula.
  9. Brush the other side with melted butter and cook for another 4-5 minutes until golden and cheese is melted.
  10. Transfer the quesadilla to a cutting board and let rest for 2-3 minutes.
  11. Slice into wedges or squares for easy sharing.
  12. Serve warm with fresh salsa, guacamole, or sour cream.

Notes

Use softened cream cheese for easy spreading. Brush butter on both sides of the quesadilla for a crispy crust. Cook on medium heat to prevent burning and ensure cheese melts evenly. If flipping is difficult, slide quesadilla onto a plate and invert the pan over the plate to flip both together. Let rest before slicing to avoid cheese oozing.

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