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Peaches and Cream Quesadilla Recipe

September 17, 2010 By Donna 15 Comments

Peaches and Cream Quesadillas

If you’re looking for a peach dessert recipe, I’m guessing that “quesadilla” is not the first thing that comes to mind. Most people don’t think of quesadillas being a dessert. That’s too bad, because dessert quesadillas are fabulous! And, they are a perfect “Desperation Dessert” that you can throw together in just minutes. If you don’t believe me, [ Warning: Shameless Plug Ahead] check out my book “Quesadillas” and try one of the recipes from the dessert section – Mango Madness, Caramel Apple or Triple Chocolate Decadence for starters!

The crispy crunch of the tortilla and the soft melted cream cheese inside are the perfect template for an easy dessert feast with whatever fruit or traditional dessert ingredient you have in your kitchen. And, quesadillas take only minutes to make. Drizzle on some caramel or chocolate sauce, or sprinkle some cinnamon sugar on top and you’re in business –

The key to making a top-notch quesadilla is something I learned as a kid growing up a few miles from the Mexican border: Cook them in a large covered skillet over medium heat with NO FAT IN THE PAN.  Let me repeat for emphasis: DO NOT PUT FAT IN THE PAN!!! If you put fat in the skillet, it only makes the quesadilla greasy and often brunt on the outside. Just trust me on this – your flour tortilla will NOT burn and will NOT stick. It will turn out with a perfect crispy golden crunch. Go ahead – test me on this. I promise you will be in Quesadilla Heaven!

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Saute peach slices in butter and ginger

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Spread sauteed peaches on cream cheese covered tortilla

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Place tortilla on top of peaches in pan before turning quesadilla over

PEACHES AND CREAM QUESADILLAS

1 teaspoon almond extract
16 ounces light cream cheese, softened
8 medium (9 to 10 inch) flour tortillas
4 cups 1/8 inch slices firm but ripe peeled peaches
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon fresh grated ginger
Few dashes nutmeg
Cinnamon sugar or caramel syrup as desired

Mix almond extract with cream cheese. Spread 2 tablespoons of cream cheese mixture on each tortilla..

Toss peaches in sugar and saute peach slices in butter, ginger and nutmeg over high heat in a 10 inch skillet, stirring constantly to brown but not burn. Remove from skillet and wipe pan dry with a paper towel. Spread 3/4 cup of peach mixture over a tortilla. Repeat three times, making four covered tortillas.

Place these four tortillas, tortilla side down, in skillet over medium heat. Place remaining four tortillas, cream cheese side down, on top of tortilla in pan. Press down with a wide spatula to remove any air pockets. Cover and cook 1 to 2 minutes, checking frequently until bottom tortilla is crisp and browned.

Turn tortillas over and cover and cook another 1 to 2 minutes, until bottom tortilla is crisp and browned. Repeat this process for remaining tortillas. Sprinkle with cinnamon sugar as desired. Cut into wedges and serve immediately.

Some brave food blogging souls posted some yummy looking dessert quesadillas:
Caramelized Plaintain Quesadilla, Cake Batter and Bowl
Nutella Quesadillas, The Perfect Pantry
Pear Quesadilla, My Columbian Recipes
Peach Quesadilla, Branny Boils Over
Jelly Cheese Quesadilla, Salad in a Jar
Pear and Brie Quesadilla, Two Peas and Their Pod

— posted by Donna

Filed Under: Desserts Tagged With: dessert recipe, dessert recipes, easy dessert, easy desserts, fruit dessert, peach dessert, peach desserts, peach recipe, quesadilla recipe, quesadilla recipes

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Comments

  1. Quesadilla Lover says

    May 10, 2011 at 10:25 pm

    Such unique and inspiring recipes! I absolutely love desert quesadillas and the recipes that you’ve shared here are some of the best I’ve seen. The mangoes and ginger is such an original combination~ I can’t wait to try that one out! :)

    Reply
    • Donna says

      May 10, 2011 at 10:55 pm

      Wow – I am thrilled to have such a great comment from a quesadilla lover! Come back often!

      Reply
  2. Sophia says

    October 4, 2010 at 4:52 pm

    I could totally eat cheese and bread in any form, especially quesadillas. They’re so easy to make and they really fill me up. Your recipe looks delicious. I usually make these Quick Chicken Quesadillas. I love them!

    Reply
    • Donna says

      October 4, 2010 at 11:50 pm

      Sophia – If you’ve never tried a dessert quesadilla – this is a great one to start with. It is so easy and delish!

      Reply
  3. CaSaundra says

    September 19, 2010 at 1:58 pm

    I am a huge fan of quesadillas, but I have actually never made a sweet version of them!! I will have to try yours out!

    Reply
    • Donna says

      September 19, 2010 at 11:27 pm

      CaSaundra – Dessert quesadillas are so fun and easy. I know you’ll be a fan!

      Reply
  4. Maria says

    September 18, 2010 at 5:13 pm

    I still have peaches to use up! I will be making this one!

    Reply
    • Donna says

      September 18, 2010 at 11:37 pm

      Maria – So easy and delish. Really.

      Reply
  5. Barbara Bakes says

    September 18, 2010 at 10:14 am

    I can’t believe I haven’t tried the dessert tortillas yet. Such a great idea.

    Reply
    • Donna says

      September 18, 2010 at 2:32 pm

      Barbara – They are a whole new world of desserts!

      Reply
  6. Linda says

    September 17, 2010 at 9:45 pm

    Oh My Goodness do these look yum! I have some peaches getting soft on my counter right now. Thanks!

    Reply
    • Donna says

      September 17, 2010 at 9:52 pm

      Linda – Yes, indeedy – peaches are the best.

      Reply
  7. Cristie says

    September 17, 2010 at 8:38 pm

    What a fancy quesadilla! I can’t think of a better way to end my day today, warm, carmelized peaches. Yum :)

    Reply
    • Donna says

      September 17, 2010 at 9:52 pm

      Christie – I will be so sad when peach season is over!

      Reply

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