Spooky Halloween Quesadillas
These fun Halloween-themed quesadillas are made by layering cheese, refried beans, and fillings between flour tortillas, then cooking until crispy and melted. Using cookie cutters to shape the cooked quesadillas into ghosts, pumpkins, or bats adds a festive touch, making them perfect for a playful, cheesy snack. The final result is crispy on the outside with gooey, flavorful fillings inside, ideal for kids and adults alike.
Equipment
- Non-stick skillet
- Spatula
- Cookie cutters
- Cutting board
Ingredients
- 4 large flour tortillas preferably larger or thicker for sturdiness
- 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese or a cheese blend for flavor
- 1/2 cup refried beans for spreading on tortillas
- 1/4 cup black olives sliced, for filling and topping
- 1 cup cooked shredded chicken or roasted veggies optional fillings
Instructions
- Preheat your non-stick skillet over medium heat until it feels warm and you can hear a gentle sizzle when testing with a drop of water.
- Spread a thin layer of refried beans over half of each tortilla, covering the surface evenly.4 large flour tortillas
- Sprinkle shredded cheese over the bean layer, then add sliced black olives and your choice of shredded chicken or vegetables on top for extra flavor and texture.4 large flour tortillas
- Fold each tortilla in half, pressing gently to compact the fillings inside.
- Place one or two folded tortillas in the skillet, cooking for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy, with bubbling cheese visible at the edges.
- Carefully flip the quesadillas using a spatula, ensuring they cook evenly and don’t tear, until both sides are golden and crispy.
- Remove the cooked quesadillas from the skillet and let them rest for 2 minutes, allowing the cheese to set slightly.
- Using cookie cutters, carefully cut into fun Halloween shapes like ghosts, pumpkins, or bats, revealing the cheesy filling inside.
- Arrange the shaped quesadillas on a serving platter and serve with sides like sour cream, salsa, or guacamole for dipping.
Notes
For crispier quesadillas, cook a minute longer on each side. Use a sharp knife for clean shape cuts. Feel free to customize fillings for different flavors.