Salvadoran sweet cheese bread quesadilla, known as quesadilla de queso con pan dulce, is a beloved traditional Salvadoran pastry that combines the sweet flavors of pan dulce, or sweet bread, with a gooey, stretchy cheese filling. This unique dish is a popular breakfast treat or afternoon snack in El Salvador, and its distinct flavor and texture have made it a favorite among locals and visitors alike. Whether you're looking for a sweet treat to satisfy your cravings or a flavorful addition to your brunch menu, this article will guide you through the process of creating the best Salvadoran sweet cheese bread quesadilla, complete with tips and variations to suit your personal taste.
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QUESADILLA SALVADORENA
Quesadilla Salvadorena is a moist, sweet, cheese pound cake. The key to this recipe is the type of cheese used, Parmesan cheese. I invented this recipe to match the pre-made quesadilla you find at the grocery stores. Buen provecho!
Provided by POSTRES de La Cipota
Categories Desserts Cakes Pound Cake Recipes
Time 58m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Beat egg whites in a glass, metal, or ceramic bowl until firm, but not stiff.
- Combine sugar and butter in a large bowl; beat with an electric mixer on high speed until creamy. Mix in egg yolks until well blended. Mix in Parmesan cheese gradually. Add sour cream and baking powder; beat until batter is smooth.
- Sift rice flour over batter; fold in with a spatula. Fold in egg whites with the spatula.
- Pour batter into a 9x13-inch glass baking dish. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown on top and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 38 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 269.6 calories, Carbohydrate 28.5 g, Cholesterol 80.5 mg, Fat 14.9 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 6.2 g, SaturatedFat 8.7 g, Sodium 247.7 mg, Sugar 16.9 g
SALVADORAN SWEET CHEESE BREAD
Entered for safe-keeping, from Kraft recipes. Substitute vanilla for allspice if you want a sweeter flavor.
Provided by KateL
Categories Quick Breads
Time 55m
Yield 1 8-inch square pan, 16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease 8-inch square baking pan.
- Beat butter and sugar in large bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Add cornmeal, baking powder and allspice. Beat until well blended.
- Add cheese and sour cream. Mix well.
- Pour into greased 8-inch square baking pan.
- Bake 40 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
- Cool completely. Cut into 16 squares to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 168.1, Fat 9.2, SaturatedFat 5.3, Cholesterol 56.6, Sodium 143.1, Carbohydrate 18.9, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 12.8, Protein 3.2
SALVADORAN SWEET CHEESE BREAD (QUESADILLA)
Don't be fooled by the Quesadilla in the title. This is not like Mexican Quesadillas. This is a sweet bread or muffin that is served often with coffee.
Provided by playingwflavors
Categories Quick Breads
Time 35m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a mixing bowl, mix dry ingredients. Add the melted butter a little at a time, then the eggs one at a time, alternating with the milk until you form a soft paste.
- Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish or a greased muffin tin (12 muffins) and sprinkle sesame seeds on top.
- Bake at 350 degrees for 20-30 minutes or until golden.
- Serve warm or cold, with ice cream or coffee or alone.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 231.7, Fat 11.7, SaturatedFat 6.9, Cholesterol 75.1, Sodium 246.5, Carbohydrate 26.4, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 16.8, Protein 6.1
QUESADILLA SALVADOREñA
Quesadilla salvadoreña is a dessert made from queso duro blanco and rice flour that is traditional in El Salvador.
Provided by Vera Abitbol
Categories Dessert
Time 55m
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 F (190°C).
- Butter and lightly flour a 9x12 inches (22x30 cm) baking dish.
- In a bowl, combine the grated cheese and milk until combined. Set aside.
- Separate the eggs.
- In the bowl of a stand mixer, beat the egg whites on medium speed until soft peaks form.
- While continuing to beat at low speed, add the egg yolks one at a time.
- Beat for 2 minutes after adding the last egg. Set aside.
- Over a bowl, sift together the flour and baking powder.
- Add the sugar and cinnamon and stir and add this mixture to the beaten eggs, stirring at very low speed with the flat beater attachement.
- Add the sour cream, melted butter and cheese and milk mixture.
- Mix well until smooth.
- Pour the batter into the mold, spreading it evenly.
- Sprinkle sesame seeds.
- Bake for 35 to 40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let cool before unmolding.
- Cut 14 portions into squares or rectangles.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 341 kcal, Carbohydrate 34 g, Protein 7 g, Fat 20 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, Cholesterol 94 mg, Sodium 397 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 19 g, ServingSize 1 serving
SALVADORAN SWEET CHEESE BREAD
Fair warning: One taste of this sweet, cakelike bread, and you'll fantasize about moving to San Salvador.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Meal Recipes
Time 55m
Yield Makes 16 servings, one square each.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Beat butter and sugar in large bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add cornmeal, baking powder and allspice; beat until well blended. Add cheese and sour cream; mix well.
- Pour into greased 8-inch square baking pan.
- Bake 40 min. or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely. Cut into 16 squares to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 180, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Sodium 160 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 4 g
BEST BREAKFAST QUESADILLA
This breakfast quesadilla features bacon, egg, and cheese in a crisp and toasty flour tortilla.
Provided by donnie2
Categories Quesadillas
Time 15m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Crack eggs into a small bowl. Add crumbled bacon and whisk until well combined.
- Spray a large skillet with cooking spray; warm over medium-high heat. Pour egg mixture into the skillet; cook and stir until eggs are set, about 5 minutes. Remove from the heat.
- Lightly butter one side of each tortilla.
- Warm a separate, dry skillet over medium-low heat.
- Place one tortilla into the warm skillet with the buttered side facing down. Spoon 1/2 of the scrambled egg mixture over one half of the tortilla. Sprinkle 1/4 cup Colby-Jack cheese over the egg mixture and fold the tortilla over top. Cook, turning as needed, until tortilla is toasted and crispy and cheese is melted, 2 to 3 minutes. Repeat to make second quesadilla.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 475.7 calories, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 243.5 mg, Fat 28.8 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 24.9 g, SaturatedFat 13.7 g, Sodium 994.9 mg
Tips:
- Make sure the queso fresco is fresh and high quality. This will ensure that your bread has the best flavor.
- If you can't find queso fresco, you can substitute another type of fresh cheese, such as mozzarella or cheddar.
- Be careful not to overmix the dough. Overmixing will make the bread tough.
- Let the bread rise in a warm place until it has doubled in size. This will ensure that the bread is light and fluffy.
- Bake the bread at a high temperature until it is golden brown. This will give the bread a crispy crust.
Conclusion:
Quesadilla is a delicious and easy-to-make bread that is perfect for any occasion. It is a popular Salvadoran sweet bread that is made with fresh cheese, eggs, and sugar. Quesadilla can be served for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is also a popular snack food. If you are looking for a delicious and authentic Salvadoran recipe, quesadilla is a great option.
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