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Quick Crispy Pizza Quesadillas

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A kid-friendly, quick, and easy pizza quesadilla recipe that combines crispy tortillas with melty cheese and classic pizza flavors, ready in just 10 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • Flour tortillas (8-inch size)
  • 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ¼ cup pizza sauce
  • 10–12 pepperoni slices (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
  • Pinch of Italian seasoning (optional)
  • Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Instructions

  1. Shred about 1½ cups (150 g) of mozzarella cheese and slice pepperoni if using. Mix ¼ cup (60 ml) pizza sauce with a pinch of Italian seasoning in a small bowl.
  2. Place one tortilla flat on a clean surface. Spread 2 tablespoons (30 g) of the seasoned pizza sauce evenly over half of the tortilla, leaving a small border around the edge.
  3. Sprinkle about ¾ cup (75 g) of mozzarella over the sauce, then add 10-12 pepperoni slices evenly. If using Parmesan, add a light sprinkle now. Fold the tortilla over to create a half-moon shape, gently pressing the edges to seal.
  4. Warm 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of olive oil or butter over medium heat in a non-stick skillet. Once hot, carefully place the quesadilla in the pan. Cook for about 3 minutes on the first side until edges start to crisp and cheese begins to melt.
  5. Using a spatula, carefully flip the quesadilla. Cook another 3 minutes until the tortilla is golden brown and crispy and the cheese is fully melted inside. Reduce heat to medium-low if it browns too quickly.
  6. Transfer the quesadilla to a cutting board and let it rest for a minute to let the cheese set slightly. Then slice into 3 or 4 wedges.

Notes

Use medium heat to avoid burning the tortilla before the cheese melts. Press edges when folding to seal fillings. For extra crispiness, press lightly with spatula while cooking. Avoid microwaving leftovers to keep crispiness. Variations include using whole wheat or gluten-free tortillas, swapping pepperoni for veggies, or using vegan cheese and olive oil for dairy-free versions.

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