Description
If you’re dreaming of a breakfast that feels like dessert but still gets you out of bed on time, these Apple Cheesecake Breakfast Quesadillas are your new go-to. Juicy cinnamon-sautéed apples, a luscious cream cheese filling, and golden toasted tortillas all come together in this heavenly mash-up of apple pie and cheesecake—perfect for slow mornings, brunch with friends, or a sweet midday bite.
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Ingredients
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4 small flour tortillas
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1 apple (Honeycrisp, Fuji, or Gala), peeled & diced
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1 tbsp butter
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1 tbsp brown sugar
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½ tsp cinnamon
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Pinch of salt
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4 oz cream cheese (softened)
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1 tbsp maple syrup or powdered sugar
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½ tsp vanilla extract
Optional for Serving:
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Maple syrup drizzle
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Whipped cream
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Extra cinnamon sugar
Instructions
Step 1: Cook the Apples
In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add diced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Cook for 5–6 minutes until soft and golden. Set aside.
Step 2: Make the Cheesecake Spread
In a bowl, mix cream cheese, maple syrup (or powdered sugar), and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
Step 3: Assemble
Spread the cream cheese mixture over one half of each tortilla. Spoon warm apples over the cream cheese. Fold the tortillas in half to seal.
Step 4: Toast to Perfection
Return skillet to medium heat with a little butter or spray. Cook each quesadilla 2–3 minutes per side until crisp and golden brown.
Step 5: Serve & Enjoy
Slice into wedges and serve warm. Drizzle with maple syrup, sprinkle with cinnamon sugar, or top with whipped cream if you’re feelin’ fancy.
Notes
Don’t overstuff! Less is more to avoid messy leaks.
Let apples cool slightly before assembling to avoid soggy tortillas.
Go full fall mode with a pinch of nutmeg or cardamom.
Make it mini: Use street taco-size tortillas for bite-sized brunch treats.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Cuisine: American / Fusion Brunch