When it comes to quick and easy appetizers, brie and dried cranberry quesadillas reign supreme. This delectable dish combines the creamy, nutty flavor of brie cheese with the tartness of dried cranberries, all wrapped up in a crispy tortilla. Whether you're hosting a party or simply looking for a delicious snack, these quesadillas are sure to impress. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal preparation, you can have this delightful treat ready in no time. So gather your ingredients, heat up your skillet, and let's embark on a culinary journey to create the perfect brie and dried cranberry quesadillas.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
QUESADILLAS WITH CHUTNEY AND BRIE
Make good use of Thanksgiving leftovers in this updated quesadilla.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Turkey Recipes
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Spread one side of each tortilla with 1 tablespoon mustard. Divide the turkey over one half of each mustard-coated side; dress with cranberry chutney (about 2 tablespoons per quesadilla). Layer each with 2 Brie slices, and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Fold and press to seal edges. Brush on all sides with olive oil; transfer to two rimmed baking sheets.
- Bake, rotating the baking sheets halfway through, until cheese has melted and tortillas are golden brown, 10 to 15 minutes. Let cool for 5 minutes before slicing into wedges. Serve topped with more chutney, if desired.
BRIE AND DRIED CRANBERRY QUESADILLAS
Make and share this Brie and Dried Cranberry Quesadillas recipe from Food.com.
Provided by COOKGIRl
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 15m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- NOTE: You could also substitute corn tortillas for the wheat tortillas.
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
- In skillet over medium heat, cook the onion in the olive oil for about 5 minutes or until soft and browned. Stir often.
- Set onions aside in small bowl to cool.
- Arrange four (or 8 small) tortillas on a large baking sheet. Divide the Brie cheese and sauteed onions among the tortillas. Sprinkle with cranberries and garnish with black pepper then place the other tortillas on top, pressing down gently but firmly.
- Bake for approximately 8 minutes or until the Brie melts.
- Cut each tortilla into 6 wedges (if using small tortillas cut in half) and serve warm.
- Garnish with cilantro leaves if desired.
APPLE BRIE QUESADILLAS
With onions, apples and cheese, these quesadillas are a surprising change from typical versions. They have sweet and savory flavors I just love. -Heather Kahn Gisi, San Dimas, California.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a small skillet over medium heat, cook the onions, vinegar, sugar, thyme and rosemary in oil for 10 minutes or until onions are golden brown. , Spoon the mixture over half of each tortilla; top with apples and cheese. Fold over. Cook on a griddle over medium heat for 2-3 minutes on each side or until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 514 calories, Fat 23g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 756mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 19g protein.
PEAR AND BRIE QUESADILLAS
Made in what we refer to as Iron Chef whats in the pantry. The Pear and Bria pair well with the whole wheat tortilla and the cinnamon adds spice. Feel free to add sugar if your pears aren't sweet or to your taste
Provided by Priceless1
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 10m
Yield 4 wedges, 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat skillet or quesadilla maker spray with cooking spray
- Layer pear and brie on one tortilla, sprinkle with cinnamon
- Top with second tortilla.
- Add to skillet or maker cook till brie is starting to melt, flip to toast other side.
- Cut into servings.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 236.9, Fat 7.1, SaturatedFat 2.8, Cholesterol 14.2, Sodium 548, Carbohydrate 36.9, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 7.3, Protein 7.7
SWEET ORANGE AND CRANBERRY BAKED BRIE
Serve this sweet orange and cranberry baked Brie appetizer with pears, apples, and/or crackers.
Provided by EatAndRun
Categories Baked Brie
Time 35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Meanwhile, put cranberries in a small bowl and pour boiling water over them to cover. Let stand 15 minutes until plump; drain.
- At the same time, slice off top rind of wheel of Brie. Put Brie in a pie plate.
- Bake in the preheated oven until Brie is warmed through, about 15 minutes. Top with orange marmalade, cranberries, walnuts, and mint (if using).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 186.4 calories, Carbohydrate 12.4 g, Cholesterol 37.8 mg, Fat 12.1 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 8.3 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 245.3 mg
Tips:
- For a crispier quesadilla, use a large skillet and cook the quesadilla over medium-high heat.
- If you don't have a skillet, you can also cook the quesadilla in a panini press.
- Feel free to experiment with different types of cheese and fillings. Some other good options include cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, grilled chicken, or black beans.
- Serve the quesadilla with your favorite dipping sauce. Some good options include salsa, guacamole, or sour cream.
Conclusion:
Brie and dried cranberry quesadillas are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack. They're perfect for parties or potlucks, and they can also be enjoyed as a quick and easy meal. If you're looking for a new and exciting way to enjoy brie cheese, give these quesadillas a try. You won't be disappointed!
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