Quick Cheesy Breakfast Quesadillas
A fast, comforting, and simple breakfast quesadilla recipe featuring fluffy eggs and melty cheese wrapped in a crispy tortilla, perfect for busy mornings or anytime snacks.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 1 quesadilla (serves 1) 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large eggs per quesadilla (room temperature for fluffier results)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (about 100g) – Cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Mexican blend
- 8-inch flour tortillas (fresh or day-old; whole wheat optional)
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (can substitute olive oil)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: fresh chopped cilantro, diced jalapeños, pinch of cumin
Instructions
- Beat the eggs: Crack 2 large eggs per quesadilla into a medium bowl. Add a pinch of salt and pepper. Whisk vigorously with a fork or whisk until fully combined and slightly frothy (about 30 seconds).
- Preheat your skillet: Place your non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon of butter and let it melt, swirling to coat the pan evenly. Avoid browning the butter.
- Cook the eggs: Pour the beaten eggs into the pan. Let them sit undisturbed for about 10-15 seconds, then gently stir with a spatula, pushing eggs around slowly. Cook until just set but still moist, about 1-2 minutes. Remove eggs from heat and set aside.
- Assemble the quesadilla: Place one flour tortilla flat on the skillet over low-medium heat. Sprinkle half the shredded cheese evenly over the tortilla. Spread the cooked eggs evenly on top of the cheese, then sprinkle the remaining cheese over the eggs.
- Top and cook: Place a second tortilla on top, gently pressing down. Cook for about 2-3 minutes until the bottom tortilla is golden and crispy. Carefully flip the quesadilla with your spatula, pressing down lightly, and cook the other side for another 2-3 minutes until golden and cheese is melted.
- Serve immediately: Remove from skillet, let it rest for 1 minute, then cut into wedges. Serve with salsa, sour cream, or fresh cilantro if desired.
Notes
Use medium-low heat to avoid burning tortillas while melting cheese. Beat eggs until slightly frothy for fluffiness. Remove eggs from heat while still moist to prevent dryness. Don’t overload with eggs or cheese to avoid sogginess. Butter adds flavor and crispiness; olive oil can be substituted. For gluten-free, use corn or almond flour tortillas. For dairy-free or vegan, use plant-based cheese and tofu scramble.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla (cut in
- Calories: 335
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 400
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 10
- Carbohydrates: 24
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 19
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