Description

These Apple Cinnamon Breakfast Quesadillas are a warm and comforting morning treat perfect for a cozy breakfast or brunch. Flour tortillas are filled with creamy vanilla-infused cream cheese and a sweet, spiced mixture of diced Granny Smith apples, cinnamon, and brown sugar. Cooked until golden and crispy on a buttery skillet, they’re finished with a dusting of powdered sugar, a drizzle of maple syrup, and optional chopped walnuts for added crunch.

Ingredients

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Tortillas and Filling

4 large flour tortillas
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 medium Granny Smith apples, diced
2 tsp ground cinnamon
3 tbsp brown sugar

Toppings and Cooking

2 tbsp butter
2 tbsp maple syrup for drizzling
Powdered sugar for dusting
¼ cup chopped walnuts (optional)

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Instructions

Prep: Gather all ingredients and ensure the cream cheese is softened for easy spreading. Dice the Granny Smith apples into small, bite-sized pieces.
Mix Apple Filling: In a bowl, combine the diced apples with ground cinnamon and brown sugar until the fruit is evenly coated with the sweet spice mixture. In a separate small bowl, mix the softened cream cheese with vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
Assemble Quesadillas: Lay out each tortilla flat. Spread an even layer of the vanilla cream cheese over half of each tortilla. Then, spoon the apple-cinnamon mixture on top of the cream cheese on one half.
Fold Tortillas: Fold each tortilla in half to enclose the filling, creating a half-moon shape. Press lightly to help seal the edges.
Heat Skillet: Heat a large skillet or frying pan over medium heat and melt the butter evenly across the pan.
Cook Quesadillas: Place the folded quesadillas in the skillet and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the tortillas are golden brown and crispy and the filling is warmed through.
Finish and Serve: Remove the quesadillas from the pan and allow to cool briefly. Slice each into wedges, dust with powdered sugar, drizzle with maple syrup, and sprinkle with chopped walnuts if using. Serve warm for best taste.

Notes

For a gluten-free version, substitute flour tortillas with gluten-free tortillas.
Use tart apple varieties like Granny Smith for a balanced sweetness.
Chopped walnuts add texture but can be omitted for a nut-free dish.
Ensure cream cheese is softened at room temperature to spread smoothly.
Adjust cinnamon and brown sugar amounts to taste for sweetness and spice level.
This recipe can be doubled easily for more servings.