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Crispy Butter Corn & Cheddar Quesadilla

A golden, buttery quesadilla stuffed with sweet corn and melty cheddar—crispy on the outside, gooey inside. Serve with lime and guacamole for the perfect quick weeknight meal or snack.

Total time
8 min
Servings
2
Calories
485
Protein
18g
Crispy Butter Corn & Cheddar Quesadilla
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Heat a skillet over medium-high until a water drop sizzles on contact.

  2. Step 2

    Lay one tortilla flat, spread half the cheese, half the corn, then remaining cheese, then remaining corn in the center.

  3. Step 3

    Top with the second tortilla and brush both sides generously with butter.

  4. Step 4

    Slide onto the hot skillet and cook 2–3 minutes until edges turn golden brown and crispy.

  5. Step 5

    Flip carefully and cook the second side 2–3 minutes until cheese melts and exterior crisps.

  6. Step 6

    Slide onto a cutting board, slice in half, and serve with lime wedge and guacamole.

Tools you’ll need

  • 12-inch skillet or larger
  • spatula
  • cutting board
  • knife

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