Caramel Apple Quesadillas

Jun 02, 2023June 2, 20230 15

Melt-in-your-Mouth Caramel Apple Quesadillas for a Sweet Treat

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

350

Sugar

18g

Fat

18g

Caramel Apple Quesadillas are a modern twist on a classic Mexican dish. Combining sweet and salty flavors, these quesadillas are the perfect dessert for fall. They feature crispy flour tortillas stuffed with caramelized apples and drizzled with caramel sauce. This dessert is the perfect blend of warm spices and sweet apples, making it the perfect dish to serve after dinner or for a special occasion. These quesadillas are sure to impress friends and family with their unique flavor and melt-in-your-mouth texture.

Instructions

1.	Peel and core apples, then thinly slice them and toss with sugar and cinnamon.
2.	Melt butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add apples and cook until soft and caramelized, stirring occasionally.
3.	Lightly oil a clean skillet over medium heat and place a tortilla in it. Sprinkle chopped almonds on half of the tortilla.
4.	Spread caramel sauce on top of the almonds and add a layer of apple slices. Fold the empty side of the tortilla over the apples and gently press down.
5.	Cook until the tortilla is golden and crispy, then flip and cook the other side.
6.	Transfer to a cutting board and cut the quesadilla into quarters. Serve hot with whipped cream and extra caramel sauce if desired.

PROS

The combination of sweet caramel and tangy apples is a match made in heaven.
These quesadillas are a great dessert for any occasion and perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth.

The recipe is easy to follow and relatively quick to make.

CONS

The recipe calls for a fair amount of butter and sugar, so moderation is key.

The process of caramelizing the apples can be time-consuming and requires constant attention to prevent burning.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While these quesadillas are not a health food, apples are a good source of fiber and contain antioxidants that benefit heart health. Eating them in moderation as part of a balanced diet can be beneficial.

	5 jonathan apples , large size ( about 5 ounces each )
	1/4 cup granulated sugar
	1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
	1/4 cup butter
	10 flour tortillas
	caramel ice cream topping
	whipped cream ( optional )
	chopped almonds ( optional )